Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Overview

Cadrex is searching for a Buyer I who, under the supervision of the Manager of Global Procurement, will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, supplies, and services cost‑effectively and in accordance with company policies and procedures, while maintaining the highest level of integrity, quality, and on‑time deliveries.

• Analyze, maintain, and execute Materials Requirement Plan (MRP); continuously monitor and verify materials pipeline to ensure it meets the MRP requirements.
• Ensure materials availability to support production per the Shop Production Schedule through MRP execution, on‑time delivery, and coordination of materials movement through receiving to production.
• Issue Purchase Orders regarding pricing, terms & conditions negotiated and agreed to by Cadrex Senior Buyer, Buyer II, Global Purchasing Manager, and Director of Supply Chain; enforce supplier adherence to established agreements.
• Optimize order management process to ensure effective communication with suppliers.
• Maintain integrity of master data and purchasing planning parameters to minimize material liability and balance the cost of procurement with inventory investment levels.
• Monitor and continuously improve supplier’s delivery and expedite performance; keep team members and leadership informed of potential delivery issues.

• 1+ years related experience in procurement, logistics, or inventory (preferred).
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Good problem‑solving and time‑management skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Associate degree in supply chain, purchasing, logistics, or business accounting.

• Onsite.

• M‑F.

• Health/dental/vision coverage.
• Employer‑paid and supplemental life insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay.
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify).
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%.
• Education support program.
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement.
• Referral bonuses.
• Bonus plan for all full‑time employees.

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing.

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

$60,000–$85,000 Yearly