Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Description

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring raw materials, components, and supplies required for production of wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and electromechanical subassemblies. This is a full‑time, on‑site position working closely with the production scheduling and operations teams to ensure on‑time material availability and supplier responsiveness.

• Request and evaluate quotations from approved suppliers for wire, cable, connectors, hardware, and other production materials
• Issue and track purchase orders from creation through receipt; follow up on open orders and delivery commitments
• Assign and maintain MAC item numbers for new raw materials; set up new items and suppliers in the ERP system
• Coordinate with customer service to align purchasing activity with the production schedule
• Communicate with vendors on pricing, lead times, delivery, and quality issues in a professional and timely manner
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, open order reports, and material cost data
• Support the Controller and operations team with cost tracking and variance reporting
• Assist with supplier evaluation and onboarding in coordination with Quality
• Maintain working knowledge of company quality standards (AS9100D, IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3) as they relate to purchasing
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) — must be comfortable working in spreadsheets daily
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy in data entry and record‑keeping
• Solid written and verbal communication skills; ability to correspond professionally with suppliers
• Ability to manage multiple open tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Self‑starter who follows tasks through to completion without extensive supervision
• Must meet the definition of “US Person” under ITAR/EAR regulations

• Prior purchasing, procurement, or materials coordination experience in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with ERP or MRP systems
• Knowledge of wire, cable, connectors, or electronic components
• Experience in an aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing environment