Operational Buyer; Edwards Vacuum

Location and Compensation

Buffalo, NY – Be part of an exciting journey as we prepare for production at our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP). Edwards Genesee location address: 6685 Crosby Rd Basom, NY 14013. Salary Range: $70,270 – $87,840. Compensation may vary outside this range depending on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.

Execute daily procurement activities to ensure timely availability of direct and indirect materials supporting PC Genesee production. The role ensures smooth material flow, accurate order processing, and effective communication with suppliers to support production continuity and customer delivery performance.

• Create and manage purchase orders for direct and indirect materials using SAP and procurement systems.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and proactively follow up on overdue orders.
• Support MRP execution and ensure alignment between production plan and supply schedule.
• Manage daily communication with suppliers regarding delivery status, shortages, and schedule changes.
• Support buffer stock and inventory control activities in coordination with planning team.
• Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies and payment issues with suppliers and finance.
• Support supplier onboarding and master data maintenance (new supplier requests, updates).
• Participate in supplier performance tracking (OTD, lead time adherence, responsiveness).
• Support RFQ/RFP activities for indirect procurement categories when required.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and SAP workflow requirements.
• Support engineering and production teams for urgent material requirements and shortages.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation in ERP and shared systems.

The ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employees or others. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field).
• 2–5 years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SAP MM or a similar ERP system.
• Basic understanding of MRP and production planning concepts.
• Good communication skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in transactional work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• English communication required (written and verbal).

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This role is generally sedentary, involving primarily desk‑based tasks in a controlled indoor environment.

Sitting/Stationary Positioning:
Remains in a seated position continually or almost continually (about 60% of the time), such as when using computers or handling documents.

Hand and Finger Use/Dexterity:
Uses hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls occasionally to moderately (e.g., typing, filing), with repetitive motions continually for about 33% of workers; near vision required for close‑range details.

Moving Objects:
Occasionally moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds across the office, such as files or equipment.

Standing/Walking:
Occasionally traverses short distances or remains in an upright stationary position for brief periods (e.g., to interact with others or run errands).

Bending/Twisting/Reaching:
Minimal; positions self to access low or high areas infrequently.

Other Environmental Factors:
Works in moderate noise levels (e.g., office equipment) with constant contact with others; no significant exposure to hazards.

Edwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. We affirm in policy and practice to support and promote equal employment opportunity and affirmative action in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.