Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Location: Bohemia, New York

Salary: Paying up to $75k-85k

Our client is a well-established, mid-sized electronics manufacturer operating within highly technical and regulated markets. Their business designs and manufactures advanced electronic and electromechanical products used in mission-critical applications across sectors such as industrial technology, defence, aerospace, communications, and other high-reliability environments.

With a vertically integrated manufacturing model and a strong engineering-led culture, the company supports customers globally and is known for quality, reliability, and long-term partnerships. Continued investment in people, systems, and supply chain capability underpins its growth strategy.

The Buyer will support manufacturing operations by managing the procurement of materials, components, and services required to meet production schedules and customer demand. This role sits within the supply chain function and works closely with planning, engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure continuity of supply, cost control, and supplier performance.

This position is well-suited to someone with experience purchasing technical or engineered components in a manufacturing environment.

• Source and purchase materials and components in line with production requirements
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders through ERP/MRP systems
• Maintain supplier schedules to ensure on-time delivery and material availability
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, and delivery
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with suppliers
• Identify and resolve supply issues, shortages, and delivery risks
• Support inventory control and stock optimisation initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, planning, quality, and production teams
• Assist with supplier selection, onboarding, and ongoing supplier management
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with internal procedures and regulatory requirements

• Previous experience in a Buyer or Purchasing role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Experience sourcing electronic components, mechanical parts, or technical materials preferred
• Strong understanding of procurement and supply chain principles
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Confident communicator with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

• Opportunity to join a stable, technically driven manufacturing business
• Exposure to complex supply chains and high-reliability products
• Collaborative working environment with long-term career potential
• Competitive compensation and benefits