Buyer

This highly visible position supports daily production requirements across multiple manufacturing locations. The Buyer partners with the Operations Planning community to execute the business plan and provide world-class customer service. The scope of this role will grow as business priorities emerge within OPW Clean Energy Solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sr. Buyer/Planner in implementing and executing sourcing projects, strategies, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Track and implement cost-reduction initiatives to improve company performance and profitability.
• Monitor key cost factors with suppliers to mitigate risk and align with corporate objectives.
• Execute sourcing and procurement strategies, including creating and reconciling purchase orders for inventory and non-inventory items.
• Request and coordinate quotes for the Sr. Buyer Planner.
• Expedite materials from vendors as needed.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, focusing on cost reduction and eliminating inefficiencies in the procurement process.
• Develop alternative sourcing options and recommendations.
• Implement material changes generated by Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and support the sourcing and production ramp-up of new product introductions.
• Execute day-to-day tactical procurement activities.
• Coordinate deliveries and shipments for open purchase orders.
• Determine order quantities based on demand (MRP) and inventory reorder reporting.
• Communicate product delivery updates internally with stakeholders.
• Coordinate import shipments from overseas suppliers.
• Reconcile vendor quality and shipping discrepancies.
• Execute special assignments and projects as they arise.
• Administer drop shipment consolidation from vendors to freight forwarders.
• Coordinate efforts with applicable stakeholders.
• Complete receivers for the accounting and purchasing departments.
• Schedule and coordinate with third-party contractors for vendor services and maintenance issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2–4 years of procurement experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Associate degree in business or supply chain preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain preferred.
• Experience in project management, sourcing, supplier relationships, and vendor communication.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Hands-on work ethic with a results-driven focus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and MRP/ERP systems; Infor XA is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively in challenging environments.
• Punctual, reliable, and able to prioritize and multitask effectively.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Team player who works well in a group setting.
• Comfortable with verbal communication when written communication is unavailable or ineffective.
• Willingness to learn new skills.

About the Company

OPW Clean Energy Solutions (CES) is committed to shaping the future of the clean energy industry, focusing on innovative solutions for the safe handling, transport, and storage of cryogenic liquids and gases. The business unit includes industry-leading enterprises such as Acme Cryogenics, RegO Products, and Superior Products. OPW, part of Dover Corporation, is a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, serving industries with loading/unloading systems, railcar and transport tank-truck components, automated storage-terminal controls, and cryogenic gas-handling systems. Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with over $7 billion in annual revenue and approximately 24,000 employees worldwide.

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Health Savings Account (HSA), health care, and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Supplemental employee and dependent life insurance (optional).
• Optional accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
• Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence.
• Paid time off and business travel services.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with company-paid counseling sessions and legal services.

Pay

Pay is determined based on job-related factors such as responsibilities, experience, education/training, location, and required skills. This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in the applicable bonus plan.

Schedule

Onsite