Senior Buyer

About the role

Our client, a manufacturer of large‑scale fabricated and machined components for the hydroelectric power industry, is hiring a Senior Buyer to source fabrication and machining commodities for a growing North American operation. You’ll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to keep complex, technically demanding projects moving on cost, quality, and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Identify and select qualified vendors, and bring in new or alternative suppliers when the business needs them.
• Review technical data, designs, prints, and manufacturing and quality requirements to build accurate purchasing specifications, working with internal teams to confirm delivery needs.
• Evaluate the manufacturability and value of engineered components.
• Source welded fabrications and machined parts.
• Manage RFQs from early project stages through completion.
• Purchase and manage assigned commodities to hit quality and cost targets within company policy.
• Build supplier relationships that drive quality improvement and cost savings over time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 1 to 5 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain management.
• Strong communication skills in English, written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Manufacturing industry experience, SAP experience, and French language skills are all a plus.

Compensation

Salary: $90,000 annually.

Location & Travel

York, PA – onsite, direct‑hire position. Some domestic and international travel required.