Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

We are seeking a talented Buyer to join a growing industrial manufacturing company with a strong culture and long-term opportunity. This an ideal role for a supply chain professional with direct purchasing experience who enjoys being hands-on, working cross-functionally, and taking ownership of results.

You will play a key role in supporting production through effective sourcing, supplier management, and commodity cost and quality control. If you're looking to grow your career within a stable, well run manufacturing organization that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement, this may be the role for you.

Responsibilities include:

• Purchase raw materials, components, and services to meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements including preparation and management of spot purchase orders.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies for assigned commodities, including cost reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. Assist with improving procurement processes, systems, and purchasing-related training.
• Lead sourcing activities, supplier evaluations, risk assessments, and approvals and related documentation. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and supply agreements.
• Manage supplier performance including cost, quality, lead time, and on-time delivery to prevent production disruptions. Work closely with internal departments to support production schedules, plan for new product requirements, and ensure invoicing and receiving accuracy.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchasing records, bills of material, and ERP/MRP records.
• Support inventory management efforts and related cost analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 4-year degree in related field required.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Buyer or Sourcing Specialist in a manufacturing company including direct experience purchasing raw materials and components for production, negotiating with suppliers, and managing supplier performance, OTD, and quality.
• Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, and critical thinking skills.
• Positive, collaborative self-starter who works well across departments.
• Hands-on approach with strong detail orientation and engaged with day-to-day purchasing execution while able to understand and strive toward meeting the goals of a broader, strategic supply chain strategy.
• Ability to learn highly engineered, technical products quickly.
• Able to travel as needed (less than 15%).