HOT JOB - Senior Buyer w/ Growth Upside

Seeking a Buyer responsible for sourcing parts, equipment, and materials by developing supplier relationships and monitoring supplier performance; obtaining required items, verifying receipt, authorizing payment, and managing inventory.

Key Responsibilities

• Process domestic and international purchase orders, expedite deliveries, and verify all transactions.
• Handle correspondence related to shipment discrepancies, delivery shortages, quantity changes, delivery dates, and pricing; report changes to relevant parties in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager on RFQ/RFP issuance.
• Serve as liaison between suppliers and internal departments to resolve procurement-related issues.
• Process non-conforming material and RMA requests with supply chain partners.
• Maintain inventory levels consistent with management-defined targets and goals.
• Ensure accuracy of commodity code data within the ERP system, including lead times, pricing, supplier information, and purchase order data.
• Monitor and maintain ERP inventory parameters (minimum, maximum, safety stock levels) and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Track supplier performance against delivery schedules and specifications; maintain records of supplier communications and performance.
• Support team objectives by completing additional job-related tasks as needed.
• Apply strong problem-solving and analytical skills to make timely, effective decisions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• CPM or APICS certification desirable.
• 5+ years of procurement experience including purchasing, inventory control, and supplier relationship management.
• Knowledge of MRP processes; ERP system experience a plus.
• Contract manufacturing experience beneficial.
• Knowledge of import freight and logistics.
• Strong experience procuring electronic components, reading technical specifications, and collaborating with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.
• High attention to detail.
• ERP system experience (e.g., Epicor or equivalent).
• Manufacturing background.