Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Salary: $25-$28 hourly

Onsite:
7am – 3:30pm M-F

Position Title:

Buyer

Department:
Materials

Reports To:

Materials Manager

The Buyer will be responsible for procuring materials, managing supplier relationships, and assisting with the development of procurement strategies to meet production schedules and cost‑saving goals.

• Purchase approved materials and services to meet Material Requirements Planning (MRP) generated requirements or purchase requisitions.
• Analyze the MRP Order Action Report daily to determine material needs.
• Maintain system integrity by ensuring purchased materials have accurate cost, lead time, manufacturer’s part numbers, and other relevant information. Update the system as directed by the Materials Manager.
• Expedite materials as necessary by analyzing past‑due purchase orders and seeking manager approval for any additional costs incurred due to expediting activities.
• Assist in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process for annual purchasing agreements and help with the negotiation process.
• Create and update reports as needed by the Materials Manager.
• Coordinate the qualification of new vendors.
• Maintain purchase order files and file storage.
• Assist in resolving accounting discrepancies.
• Coordinate the return of rejected materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 1-2 years of experience in procurement, particularly with electrical/electronic components, electro‑mechanical components, custom fabricated materials, hardware, cables, cable assemblies, and printed wiring assemblies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with inter‑company personnel and suppliers.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of MRP systems.
• Ability to work overtime during peak workload periods.
• Attention to detail and thorough follow‑through on tasks.
• Self‑motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Legal Resident status required.

Completion of a two‑year associate degree or equivalent experience and certifications.

Must be able to see, hear, file, keyboard for extended periods, and communicate fluently in English.