Buyer (Senior)

The Buyer coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning and engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the procurement business system data. The ideal candidate will interact closely with suppliers, Category Manager and QA to resolve quality issues, align vendors and supply with Division requirements and address all aspects of commodity management, including procurement support, pricing, and product availability.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

* Ensure that purchases support production and are aligned with financial goals.
* Generate and process purchase orders in alignment with inventory requirements and project timelines.
* Monitor the status of purchase orders to ensure timely deliveries.
* Resolve any discrepancies with orders, including issues related to pricing, quantity, or quality.
* Use planning skills/tools to analyze system driven buy recommendations and verify need.
* Monitor stock levels and manage inventory replenishment to avoid shortages or overstocking.
* Optimize inventory turnover while meeting customer and production needs.
* Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers.
* Implement performance reviews and improvement strategies for underperforming suppliers.
* Address issues related to supplier performance, delivery schedules, and quality.
* Stay updated on industry trends, new product developments, and market changes that may impact procurement.
* Identify potential risks in the supply chain, including single-source dependencies, geopolitical risks, and supplier financial health.
* Develop mitigation strategies to minimize supply chain disruptions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or a related field.
* 3-5 years of experience in procurement, specifically in mechanical parts or machining industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive, heavy machinery, or industrial manufacturing).
* A technical diploma or associate's degree in mechanical engineering or manufacturing technology can also be valuable if combined with relevant experience.
* Familiarity with custom part production, high-precision machining, and tight-tolerance component sourcing.
* Experience managing relationships with machine shops, foundries, and manufacturers of mechanical components.
* Strong proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Visual Management and D365) for managing procurement activities.
* Knowledge of industry-specific regulatory requirements, such as ASME and NADCAP standards for mechanical components or ISO certifications for machined parts.