Buyer

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing materials and services, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring reliable supplier performance to support production and operational needs.

What You Will Do

Negotiate pricing, lead times, and payment terms, drive cost reductions, procure materials and services, track and improve supplier on-time delivery, and identify and mitigate supply risks.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of direct purchasing experience, preferably within a precision manufacturing environment, and a strong understanding of purchasing processes and supplier management.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of direct purchasing experience, preferably within a precision manufacturing environment involving optical components, mechanical parts, or electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Experience with commodity purchasing, supplier management, and procuring materials or components to support manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of purchasing processes, including purchase order management, supplier communication, pricing, lead times, and material availability.
• Experience working with an ERP system; Epicor experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles, including purchase orders, invoices, pricing, and cost management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package linked to your experience and performance.
• 401(k) with company match and Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.
• Health, dental, vision, HSA, & life insurance.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 11 paid company holidays.