Senior Buyer

• Oversee purchasing activities from requisition through order completion, working with domestic and international suppliers to secure required materials on time and at agreed terms
• Create, review, and manage purchase orders, while following up on order status, shipment timing, and documentation accuracy throughout the procurement cycle
• Investigate and resolve supply issues such as quantity variances, delivery delays, pricing discrepancies, and shipment exceptions, keeping stakeholders informed of key updates
• Partner with procurement leadership to prepare and issue quote and proposal requests, supporting sourcing decisions and supplier selection efforts
• Act as the primary point of coordination between suppliers and internal departments to address purchasing concerns and maintain continuity of supply
• Handle nonconforming material cases and return authorization activities with vendors to support quality and inventory control objectives
• Maintain inventory at target levels by reviewing stock positions, recommending parameter updates, and aligning replenishment plans with business needs
• Ensure purchasing and supplier information in Epicor remains accurate, including lead times, pricing, commodity classifications, vendor records, and transaction details
• Measure supplier performance against delivery and quality expectations, documenting findings and contributing to ongoing supplier improvement discussions

• At least 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, inventory control, or supplier management
• Bachelor's degree in business, materials management, operations, supply chain, or a related discipline is preferred
• Strong background in corporate procurement, purchase order management, and end-to-end buying processes
• Experience using Epicor or a comparable ERP platform to manage purchasing data and inventory records
• Knowledge of sourcing electronic components and sheet metal, with the ability to work from technical specifications
• Practical understanding of contract negotiations, supplier performance management, and vendor relationship development
• Familiarity with manufacturing environments, including coordination with engineering, quality, and production teams
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management is considered an advantage

Certification in procurement or supply chain management

• Medical
• vision
• dental
• life and disability insurance
• company 401(k) plan