Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Overview

Specific Role: We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join EMIT Technologies’ Supply Chain team. This role’s primary focus is supporting Supply Chain Management (SCM) purchasing activities, ensuring materials, components, and services are procured accurately and on time to support production schedules and customer commitments. As a secondary responsibility, this role will also provide coverage and support for inventory, shipping, and VLM operations as needed to ensure continuity of operations.

You’ll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to maintain purchasing accuracy, cost control, and reliable ERP data while supporting day-to-day supply chain execution.

• Generate and manage purchase orders based on MRP signals, reorder points, and SCM purchasing requirements
• Ensure purchase orders are accurate, complete, approved, and submitted in a timely manner
• Follow up on open and late purchase orders to confirm shipment status and delivery dates
• Communicate proactively with suppliers regarding order status, lead times, and delivery changes
• Confirm supplier acknowledgments and resolve discrepancies or delays as needed
• Escalate supplier performance risks or delivery issues to Supply Chain leadership
• Support pricing reviews, cost negotiations, and freight term discussions with suppliers
• Monitor purchase price variance (PPV) and assist with identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Coordinate with Receiving to verify materials meet purchase order specifications
• Collaborate with Inventory and Production teams to align material availability with production schedules
• Support job-specific and engineered-to-order purchasing needs, including review of BOMs/ABMs for accuracy
• Provide backup support for inventory control, shipping coordination, and VLM operations as needed
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date ERP records for purchase orders, supplier data, and inventory movements
• Document and report material issues, damages, shortages, or nonconformance promptly

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field is a plus
• 1–3 years of purchasing, buyer, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and purchase order processes
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Effective communication skills for working with suppliers and internal teams
• Basic understanding of inventory control, lead times, and production scheduling
• Comfortable stepping into inventory, shipping, or VLM tasks when coverage is needed
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and standard business systems
• Organized, proactive, and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Pay Range
$45,000 - $60,000 USD