Buyer II [C]

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing and procurement of materials, components, and services aligned to production needs
• Manage purchase orders, including creation, tracking, expediting, and issue resolution
• Plan and schedule material procurement to maintain inventory at target levels
• Monitor supplier performance, including on-time delivery, quality, and responsiveness
• Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records within ERP systems
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Quality to support production and new product introductions
• Analyze procurement data to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes to enhance efficiency and reliability

Experience & Knowledge Required

• Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies

Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of sourcing strategies, supplier management, and inventory control
Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement workflows
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective negotiation and supplier management capabilities
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands in a dynamic environment
Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
High attention to detail with the ability to adapt to changing business needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments
• Occasional movement between production and operational areas

Compensation

The contractor base pay for this position is $32.79 - $42.62 per year depending on the geographic market.