Buyer II

What You Will Do

• Sources and purchases commodities including raw materials, finished goods, plant equipment, and services.
• Supports all aspects of procurement, including data analysis, cost management, system utilization, supplier negotiations, and contract administration.
• Executes commodity strategies that support operational and business objectives.
• Executes procurement activities for assigned commodities, including the procurement of complex or technical items requiring specialized knowledge and negotiation skills.
• Maintains accurate material master data within ERP systems to align with commodity strategies, inventory requirements, and procurement processes.
• Supports new product introductions by assisting with sourcing, quoting, and contributing input on part design and engineering specifications.
• Monitors and manages MRP exception messages to balance material availability with inventory optimization and cost control.
• Partners with Production Planning to address material shortages, expedite critical components, and support fluctuating customer demand.
• Analyzes pricing and leads cost-reduction initiatives through negotiations, cost avoidance strategies, and market analysis.
• Develops and maintains strong supplier relationships, including sourcing, quoting, contract negotiations, forecast alignment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supports Strategic Sourcing initiatives through spend analysis, market research, and supplier performance tracking.
• Ensures supplier compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., REACH, RoHS, Conflict Minerals) and company standards.
• Manages Phase-Out and End-of-Life (EOL) processes to ensure seamless transitions for materials and components.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP).

PREFERRED

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain principles.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive mindset with a strong sense of urgency and ownership.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Foreign language skills (Spanish, German, or Chinese) are a plus.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings and specifications.