Buyer, Sr

About the role

Imagine yourself… Contributing to a high-performing procurement team, ensuring streamlined and efficient acquisition of goods and services. Playing a key role in cost‑saving initiatives by negotiating better prices, optimizing purchasing processes, and identifying alternative suppliers. Thriving in a collaborative environment where your expertise in procurement drives operational excellence and supplier optimization. At McCrometer, a Veralto company, we are global leaders in flow instrumentation—designing, developing, and manufacturing world‑class flow measurement equipment.

Our products have a far-reaching impact, from the oil and gas industry to agriculture, water systems management, and industrial processes. By joining McCrometer, you become part of a dynamic, innovative team making an everyday impact on the world’s vital resources. Motivated by the highest possible stakes of climate change and global health, we’re working together within a rapidly digitizing industry to find innovative technologies that guarantee the safety of our water and our environment.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Senior Buyer will play a critical role within our procurement team, working closely with manufacturing and suppliers to ensure cost-effective and timely acquisition of materials and services. This position requires strong negotiation skills, supplier relationship management, and procurement expertise to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency. This position is part of the Procurement Department, located in Hemet, CA, and will be Hybrid.

• Onsite work schedule based in Hemet, CA (Shift
  1), with up to 5% travel as needed
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Health benefits 401(k)

• Managing purchase orders and supplier relationships to ensure timely and efficient procurement.
• Negotiating favorable terms, volume discounts, and long‑term contracts with suppliers.
• Conducting supplier evaluations to ensure quality, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Overseeing the receipt of purchased goods, verifying quality and resolving discrepancies.
• Monitoring inventory levels and ensuring the optimization of procurement processes.
• Supporting cost‑reduction initiatives and supplier optimization strategies.
• Ensuring compliance with licensing, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Assisting with supplier audits, contract reviews, and procurement reporting.

The essential requirements of the job include 7 to 10 years of experience in Procurement or a related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel (basic level required). Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle is a plus). Strong negotiation and communication skills. Ability to analyze and solve procurement-related challenges using structured processes. Willingness to travel up to 5% of the time as needed.

Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast‑paced team environment.

The Senior Buyer will work in an indoor industrial setting, with good ventilation, adequate lighting, and moderate noise levels consistent with a manufacturing environment.

McCrometer is proud to be part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto’s vibrant global network of 17,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career.

Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources— and building rewarding careers along the way.

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the…