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Machined & Fabricated Buyer is responsible for sourcing, quoting, and purchasing machined and fabricated parts while developing supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement. You will support cost reduction initiatives, evaluate supplier capabilities, and ensure the quality and reliability of critical components used in production.

On Site- Bedford/Lynchburg VA Market

US Persons

This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, experience in a manufacturing environment, and an interest in long-term strategic procurement work.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, purchase, and negotiate pricing for machined and fabricated components
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
• Obtain, evaluate, and compare supplier quotes and estimates
• Perform cost and labor analysis for machined/fabricated parts
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to ensure supplier alignment
• Develop supplier relationships and monitor performance on quality, cost, delivery, and capability
• Support make/buy decisions, process improvements, and new product/component launches
• Maintain accurate purchasing data and documentation within ERP systems
• Drive strategic initiatives including cost savings, risk mitigation, and supplier consolidation
• Support sourcing for components involving bearings, motors, and other mechanical assemblies
• Work fully onsite in Lynchburg to collaborate with cross-functional manufacturing teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business (required)
• 3+ years of purchasing and/or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude; familiarity with machining or fabrication processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• APICS or Supply Chain Management certification preferred
• Strong communication, negotiation, and supplier management skills
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and work onsite in Lynchburg, VA

Preferred Background (Highly Attractive)

• Prior machinist, tool & die, or machine shop experience
• Background in estimating or quoting machined parts
• Experience with bearings, motors, and mechanical components
• Technical buyer, estimator, or strategic sourcing specialist experience
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows, tolerances, and machining terminology

Why This Role Attracts Strong Lynchburg Manufacturing Talent

• Hands-on collaboration with engineering and production
• Opportunity to step into strategic sourcing, not just transactional buying
• Work with complex machined and fabricated components
• Ability to influence supplier selection, cost, and quality
• Growth path into senior strategic sourcing roles

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client

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*Subject to eligibility.

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Basic Requirements

• 18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
• Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
• Driver's license number
• Social security number (only in the US)
• Consistent access to a smartphone

How to Sign Up

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*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.

**Subject to eligibility..

***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia

Additional information

Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.

Why Deliver with DoorDash?

DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with DoorDash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms.

• Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time.
• Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want. 
• Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer.
• Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting.
• Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.**
• Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.

Basic Requirements

• 18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
• Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
• Driver's license number
• Social security number (only in the US)
• Consistent access to a smartphone

How to Sign Up

• Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process
• Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go

*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.

**Subject to eligibility..

***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia

Additional information

Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.

Why Deliver with Door Dash?Door Dash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day.

As a Dasher, you'll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you.

Whether you're looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with Door Dash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms.Multiple ways to earn: Whether you're delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, Door Dash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time.

Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you.

Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want.

Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer.

Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with Door Dash Crimson
*.

No deposit fees, no waiting.

Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.
**Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out.

Payday is in your back pocket.

Basic Requirements18+ years old
*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)Driver's license numberSocial security number (only in the US)Consistent access to a smartphone How to Sign UpClick "Sign Up Apply Now" and complete the sign up processDownload the Door Dash Dasher app and go
*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification.

The Door Dash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC.

The Door Dash Crimson Visa Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.
**Subject to eligibility..
***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia Additional informationDashing with Door Dash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig.

Deliver with Door Dash and earn extra cash while being your own boss.

Dash when it works for you.

Sign up today.