Buyer

About the role

AmeriWater is a long-established industry leader in the design, manufacture, installation and supply of water purification systems and services for dialysis, industrial and healthcare applications. We are seeking a Buyer to join our growing team in Dayton, Ohio. This is an onsite role responsible for executing purchasing activities that support manufacturing and service operations.

Responsibilities

• Create, issue and manage purchase orders for production materials, components, consumables, and indirect supplies.
• Monitor, expedite or delay purchase orders when required based on operational needs.
• Maintain accurate supplier pricing, lead time, and purchase order information within the ERP system.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers to confirm order status, shipment schedules, and delivery commitments.
• Reconcile purchase orders with receipts and resolve discrepancies with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on purchasing efficiency, supplier performance, inventory management, and overall supply chain effectiveness.
• Track and report on open orders, past due deliveries, supplier performance, and other purchasing metrics.
• Assist with supplier onboarding, support sourcing activities, and supplier documentation as required.
• Support cost savings initiatives by obtaining competitive quotes and identifying opportunities for cost reductions.
• Communicate supplier delivery schedules and shipment updates to the warehouse team.
• Coordinate with Quality department and suppliers to resolve supplier non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Resolve material shortages, late deliveries, and supply disruptions to minimize impact on production schedules and customer commitments.
• Maintain accurate lead time and cost data in procurement systems, supporting cost savings initiatives through data-driven purchasing decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management within a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems—managing purchase orders, supplier records, lead times, and material transactions.
• Experience in creating and managing purchase orders and working directly with suppliers.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively identify and address supply risks.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and follow-up skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities; able to work cross-functionally with production, warehouse, engineering, finance, and quality teams.
• Experience managing supplier expedites and delivery adjustments to meet production needs.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced and evolving operational environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with ERP systems.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Paid time off