Industrial Gear Technical Buyer

About the role

This position involves responsibilities within the IG Logistics department, including procurement of required parts for customer orders and supplies to support the IG Assembly facility, and providing interdepartmental technical support.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and compare quotes from approved vendors for best pricing and part accuracy.
• Monitor the non-conformance parts list and work with appropriate parties to resolve issues with suppliers.
• Create Purchase Orders (POs) for domestic and international parts.
• Monitor open and late POs.
• Perform and submit supplier assessments.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or certification in technical, mechanical, or electrical studies (required). Bachelor’s degree or higher in these fields (preferred).
• Engineering, machine shop, or technical work experience.
• Ability to read and understand parts lists, catalogs, data sheets, dimension drawings, price books, and other technical documents.
• Ability to research, read, and understand SEW work standards as well as international standards (ISO, DIN, ASTM, etc.).
• Knowledge and understanding of fabrication processes for various types of parts.
• Strong office skills, including proficiency with computers, applications, and office equipment.

Pay

$22–$24 per hour. A 10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

Schedule

Onsite 1st shift position.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Includes medical, dental, vision, audio, and prescription drug coverage, plus a $125 annual reimbursement for eligible vitamins and minerals (no monthly premium for employee coverage).
• Life Insurance: Coverage worth 2.5 times annual base pay, including accidental death and dismemberment.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): For medical and/or dependent care (available annually during open enrollment).
• Paid Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation accrual per year (increases after five and ten years of service), 12 paid holidays per year, and additional PTO for hourly positions (unused time paid out annually).
• Parental Leave: Paid leave to support new parents.
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with profit-sharing contribution and 200% company match on the first 3% deferred.
• Onsite Clinic Services: Free medical services by licensed providers.
• Education Assistance: Student loan repayment and tuition assistance options.
• Counseling Resources: Easy access to professional counseling services online.
• Wellness Resources: Comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards or gift cards.
• Uniforms/Subsidies: Uniform subsidies or uniforms provided for applicable roles.
• Safety Shoes: Annual subsidy for OSHA-approved safety shoes.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support for navigating challenging life circumstances.
• Timely evaluations with potential for pay increases.