Buyer, Sr

About the role

Our Aston facility is growing, and we are looking for a Senior Buyer to join our team! As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for executing complex or technical procurement activities, including high-value purchases. This role negotiates pricing and contract terms, drives sourcing efforts and supplier performance to meet cost, quality and delivery objectives. Location: Aston, PA (on-site).

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end procurement activities for complex, high-value materials, components and services.
• Negotiate and administer complex purchase orders and agreements.
• Issue and administer purchase orders, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable Federal, state, and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials or services.
• Drive supplier selection as well as conduct supplier site visits and rate them as to production capability, performance and delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring (cost, quality, delivery) and corrective action implementation.
• Proactively address issues and escalate as needed.
• Resolve complex invoice discrepancies, receive issues and supplier disputes.
• Maintain accurate and complete procurement records.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including manufacturing, planning, and engineering departments to ensure alignment with program schedules and requirements.
• Drives cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of strategic procurement processes, contract negotiations, supplier management.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Demonstrated negotiation experience with measurable cost savings or value creation.
• Experience supporting complex programs or engineered products.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Pay

Salary range: $74,100 - $98,900 (guideline; final offer based on qualifications, experience, scope, market and business considerations).