Buyer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain inventory strategies to support customer demand
• Analyze and report weekly inventory metrics (turns, aging, E&O, accuracy)
• Convert Purchase Requisitions (PRs) into Purchase Orders (POs) and manage high-volume order placement
• Expedite orders, manage cancellations and reschedule, and coordinate with vendors
• Ensure accurate system updates for material arrivals, pricing, and lead times
• Maintain compliance with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and quality processes
• Collaborate with Production Planning, Materials, and cross-functional teams

Basic Qualifications & Experience

• High School diploma, College degree, Associate certificate, Business degree preferred
• 3–4+ years of experience in purchasing, planning, or materials management preferred
• Experience in industrial or multi-component manufacturing environments preferred
• Experiences in commercial purchasing, supply chain management, logistics and inventory management are highly considered
• Understanding of domestic and international trade terms (e.g. Incoterms) preferred
• Experience working within a Quality Management System is a plus
• Operational familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred; Oracle, JD Edwards, AS400, etc.) preferred
• Experience managing high-volume purchase orders preferred
• Math skills and analytical skills is a must
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills preferred
• Proficient in Word and Excel (advanced Excel preferred)
• Strong English communication skills (verbal and written) preferred
• Self-starter with strong follow-up skills preferred
• Flexible and adaptable preferred
• High tolerance for routine/monotonous workflows preferred
• English proficiency, other language skills e.g. Spanish or Chinese highly preferred