Buyer / Supply Chain / Procurement / Inventory

We are a successful family business with a long-term record of steady growth, and we are determined to accelerate our trajectory. Our diverse team members who speak 22 languages are passionate about their company and their co-workers.
Fancy – as manufacturers we believe practical, clean facilities are required to make quality products and retain the best team.
Transactional - we have long-term relationships with our team members and most valuable customers.
The Buyer is responsible for executing sourcing and purchasing activities to support cost management, supplier performance, and uninterrupted production in a manufacturing environment. This role works closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Finance to ensure materials and services are procured efficiently and cost-effectively. The Buyer handles both tactical purchasing tasks and contributes to sourcing initiatives, including processing purchase requisitions, creating and managing purchase orders, maintaining the purchasing email inbox, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and resolve issues. The role also involves supplier relationship management, performance monitoring, and supporting cost savings efforts.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented professional who can effectively balance daily purchasing operations with sourcing responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Production Support & Material Availability

Ensure materials and services are available to support uninterrupted production
Expedite critical orders and communicate potential risks to stakeholders
Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering to maintain production flow
Daily Purchasing Operations

Monitor and manage the purchasing email inbox with timely follow-up
Confirm order details, pricing, and delivery commitments with suppliers
Provide backup support to team members to ensure continuity of purchasing operations
Proactively follow up on open orders to ensure on-time delivery
Address and resolve delivery, quality, and pricing issues
Escalate supplier performance concerns when appropriate
Manage supplier commercial terms (including payment terms and Incoterms) in alignment with company standards
Assist with sourcing decisions that balance cost, quality, and delivery performance
Use data and trend analysis to help inform sourcing decisions
Inventory & Material Planning Support

Help maintain appropriate inventory levels to minimize shortages and excess stock
Assist with cycle counts and inventory accuracy efforts as needed
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and contribute to implementation
Contribute to the continuous improvement of purchasing policies, procedures, and processes
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred

• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, materials management, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• Solid understanding of purchasing and supply chain principles, including supplier management and basic negotiation
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, including basic data analysis and reporting
• Good analytical and mathematical skills with the ability to interpret data to support decision-making

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, & vision, insurance coverage
• Company paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance coverage
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and personal days