Purchasing Buyer

Position Summary:

The Purchasing Buyer is responsible for leading purchasing activities to ensure the timely procurement of materials, components and/or supplies necessary for business operations.

Responsibilities: including but not limited to -

• Review pricing, vendor terms, and procurement needs using MRP systems and demand forecasts.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure availability and minimize shortages or excess stock.
• Create, process, and track purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery.
• Maintain accurate lead times and order status within the company’s ERP system.
• Implement price changes as directed by senior management.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors to optimize cost savings.
• Run open order reports to track deliveries and address potential delays.
• Support logistics, transportation, and warehouse operations as needed.
• Address and resolve supplier-related issues, including non-conformances, returns, and corrective actions.
• Reconcile invoice discrepancies with receiving and accounts payable teams.
• Provide specifications or documentation to internal teams as needed.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by senior management.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of purchasing experience required; 3-5 years preferred.
• Experience in a regulated industry is a plus.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and with external suppliers.
• Adept in Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.
• Ability to multitask, strong sense of urgency in resolving any issues.

Physical Demands:

• Required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, computer controls.
• May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., stand, bend, kneel, crouch, sit, talk, hear, and walk.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, ability to focus.

Work Environment:

• Required to be present in the office to collaborate with management, other departments, and vendors daily.
• Employee travel/work hours/schedule/location and/or shift are subject to change based on business needs and Management discretion.
• Potential to move between production operations sites/areas to complete job functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Personal Protective Equipment or Attire Required for Position:

• As needed.

Pay Range:

$60,000 - $75,000 per year