Supply Chain Buyer

• Issue and manage purchase orders to align material availability with production plans and inventory goals
• Track supplier results across on-time delivery, product quality, and cost performance, and address gaps when standards are not met
• Evaluate demand patterns, stock positions, and supplier lead times to reduce the risk of shortages or excess inventory
• Follow up on critical materials, accelerate shipments when needed, and resolve supplier-related disruptions that could affect manufacturing output
• Review purchasing system alerts, exceptions, and planning messages, then take timely corrective action
• Negotiate pricing, delivery timing, and other commercial terms within approved procurement parameters
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, item data, and system information to support effective planning and order execution
• Partner with suppliers on confirmations, schedule updates, and order changes while supporting new parts, engineering revisions, and supplier qualification efforts
• Work closely with Accounts Payable and internal stakeholders to investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Contribute to cost savings, process improvements, supplier development, and compliance with company purchasing policies and ethical standards

• 5+ years of experience in buying, purchasing, or procurement within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management, material planning, and purchasing processes
• Experience working with bills of materials and material requirements tied to production operations
• Ability to assess inventory levels, demand signals, and lead times to make sound purchasing decisions
• Proficiency with SAP or a similar enterprise resource planning system for procurement activities and data maintenance
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and supplier relationship management skills
• Familiarity with logistics, global supply chain considerations, and coordination of material flow

Experience supporting both direct and indirect material purchasing is preferred

• medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• free online training
• access to top jobs
• competitive compensation and benefits