Senior Buyer

Be among the first 25 applicants. It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! Headquartered in Arvada, Colorado, Sundyne is a leading manufacturer of highly reliable and efficient centrifugal pumps and compressors for use in the oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical, power generation, and water processing industries. The Sundyne product portfolio features innovative high‑speed integrally geared, multistage, and sealless technologies that meet API and ISO standards.

With a global channel consisting of more than 300 sales and service locations and a manufacturing network that employs over 1,000 people across five facilities, Sundyne provides high‑quality engineered fluid handling solutions to customers around the world. For additional information, visit

• Purchase a broad, highly mixed and/or technical category of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies, which may involve contract negotiations, material deviation, and other complex considerations. Administer and direct orders on a timely and economical basis with the best combination of price, quality, and delivery.
• Issue requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select best source consistent with cost, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing staff and plant production control staff regarding projected production schedules and purchase order status. Maintain current, accurate, open‑order status of all purchases.
• Complete purchase requests with domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and verifying all transactions.
• Act as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve commercial related issues.
• Process non‑conforming material requests with internal departments and supply chain partners.
• Coordinate necessary product specification revisions and diversions as needed to meet plant production schedules.
• Maintain system accuracy, including lead‑time, pricing, current supplier information, and purchase order data.
• Monitor supplier performance by ensuring product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintain appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers.

• Relevant experience in Oil and Gas, High‑mix low‑volume OEM manufacturing, or precision rotating equipment.
• High initiative to resolve issues or complex problems that may arise.
• 5+ years of related procurement experience.
• Working knowledge of purchasing principles, procedures, and best practices.
• Understanding of customer needs and expectations.
• Proficiency with computer systems, spreadsheets, database management, and MRP system.
• Ability to negotiate with vendors and to train other employees.
• Organize, plan, and prioritize tasks; meet deadlines; concentrate on details.
• Analyze and interpret data to make recommendations; maintain professional competence and ethical integrity.
• 5% travel required.

• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred (Not Required).
• 5+ years of related procurement experience, including purchasing, inventory control, contract negotiation, supply management, and supplier relationships.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Relocation Package may be available. Subject to consideration based on location and role.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

If you like growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over‑achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us!

Annual Salary: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00

The annual base salary range for this position: $70,000 - $90,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline.

In addition to a competitive salary, leading‑edge work, and developing solutions side‑by‑side with dedicated experts in their fields, Sundyne employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer‑subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance;
Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability; 401(k) match;
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Health Savings Accounts; EAP; and Educational Assistance. Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 paid holidays are also included.

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