Project Buyer

About the role

As a Project Buyer, you are responsible for performing a variety of routine buying/purchasing tasks involving materials, supplies, or services. You will review purchase requirements and places orders with approved suppliers. Evaluates bids, select and/or recommend suppliers and negotiate price, delivery, quality and service. Follows up on all awards until completion of order.

Your Challenge

• Purchase and maintain proper inventory levels of all raw materials and finished goods
• The purchasing activities for assigned customer projects and customer demand requirements
• Procure commercial and safety related materials ensuring compliance, quality, and on time delivery
• Evaluate demand requirements and develop sourcing strategies to support project timelines
• Manage purchase orders from initiation through completion, including expediting and issue resolution
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to support long term supply stability and performance
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives when applicable
• Set up an onboard new vendors
• Assist with RFQ's, expense purchases, and departmental workload queues as needed
• Collaborate cross-functional with operations, engineering, sales, and quality teams
• Perform JIT (just in time) purchasing
• Maintain and administrate vendor contracts
• Review and maintain proper safety stock levels
• Negotiate vendor pricing
• Perform other related duties or functions assigned

Your Expertise

• 2-3 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment and/or supply chain with full cycle procurement exposure
• Strong understanding of purchasing processes from demand planning through order fulfillment
• Experience evaluating vendors, sourcing materials, and managing supplier performance
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems (Oracle preferred)
• Background in manufacturing required; fastener industry experience strongly preferred
• Experience with nuclear industry suppliers or safety related materials is a strong plus
• Ability to interpret technical requirements such as drawings or specifications is a plus
• Bachelor's Degree (Business Administration, Supply Chain)
• Presents positive solutions to organizational challenges
• Knowledge of material management functions which includes procurement planning and processes
• Ability to effectively communicate with others
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proven negotiation skills
• Display an understanding of the importance of product quality and compliance with health and safety procedures

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

$60,000-$65,000