Buyer - Machine & Fabrication

Buyer – Machine & Fabrication

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is a global technology solutions provider that transforms how leading manufacturers make and distribute products. JR Automation is expanding in North America, Europe, and Asia and seeks a Buyer – Machine & Fabrication to join our team in Holland, MI or Lake Orion, MI.

This is an onsite position in Holland, MI or Lake Orion, MI.

• Mentor the buyers and associate buyers in the technical aspects of machining and fabrication processes.
• Maintain and improve the Machining and Fabrication preferred suppliers list, leveraging the supply base and their technical capabilities.
• Improve the sourcing (make vs. buy) decision by applying technical knowledge of internal capabilities and the supply base.
• Purchase direct material from project bills of material in a manner consistent with Supply Chain Management and JR corporate strategy.
• Communicate with internal personnel regarding timing of material delivery, payment terms, and product discrepancies.
• Assist with expediting material when necessary.
• Enter purchase orders into purchasing system(s) as needed and ensure proper documentation of suppliers and purchasing‑related material.
• Assist with correcting discrepant supplier invoices and packing slips when necessary.
• Interact with suppliers, team members, and internal customers in a manner defined by a high level of professionalism and ethics.
• Work to achieve departmental and business unit goals, emphasizing working capital management, supplier on‑time delivery, and material cost savings and avoidance.
• Help maintain positive supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery, and other terms as necessary with suppliers.
• Mentor Associate Buyers to ensure they are following JR processes and procedures.
• Work closely with the Commodity/Strategic Purchasing Team to ensure each business unit secures the best possible value from the supply base.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Management team members from other business units to share common processes, procedures and best practices.

• Bachelor’s Degree, ideally in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Business.
• Related certifications such as a Procurement Professional preferred. 5+ years of purchasing experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing and/or projects environment is preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience with Blanket Purchase Orders and releases, with strong knowledge of Epicor and EDI transmission of the procure‑to‑pay process, including data elements.
• Ability to implement efficiencies in Epicor to reduce the number of PO transactions per project required.
• Experience driving lean and continuous‑improvement processes and strategies within an organization.
• Strong utilization of Microsoft applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Willingness to travel to suppliers and/or other JR locations up to 15%.
• Demonstrated values of collaboration, integrity, courage, and excellence.

JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10‑panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

JR Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals With Disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of the request and contact information to [email protected]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.