Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Buyer

Reports To: Supply Chain Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt (Salary)

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (Flexible) (Schedule varies based on business needs).

Revision Date: March 1, 2026

Position Summary

The Buyer performs professional procurement and supply-chain functions requiring discretion, independent judgment, and decision-making on matters of significance. This role sources and selects suppliers, negotiates pricing and delivery terms, evaluates supplier performance, manages inventory levels, and collaborates cross-functionally to support operational requirements. The Buyer ensures cost-effective purchasing strategies that support production, quality, and overall business goals.

Essential Functions

• Source raw materials, manufactured components, services, and consumables to support production and business operations.
• Exercise discretion in supplier selection based on competitiveness, quality, alignment with company values, and long-term supply-chain considerations.
• Maintain appropriate safety stock levels to support production continuity and mitigate supply chain risk.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and responsiveness; address performance issues as needed.
• Conduct supplier site visits and audits to assess capabilities and compliance with company requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to ensure supplier compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with vendors and logistics providers to optimize freight, shipping methods, and delivery schedules.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, delivery terms, and vendor agreements to achieve cost and performance goals.
• Create, manage, and follow up on purchase orders to ensure timely delivery in support of production schedules.
• Analyze inventory levels and procurement processes to identify opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction, and risk mitigation.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and reports within ERP systems.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance and communicate planned or unplanned absences in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure safety protocols and standards are met.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Comprehend, retain, and comply with established safety programs.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of professional Buyer role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and price negotiation.
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex data.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse work environment with employees at all levels.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, dependability, flexibility, and timeliness.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to move throughout office, warehouse, and production environments unassisted.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and timely communication of planned and unplanned absences in accordance with company policy.

Preferred

• Prior experience working with manufacturing equipment.
• Basic computer hardware and software knowledge.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and production environments.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for keyboarding, data entry, and standard office equipment.
• Ability…