Senior Buyer

About the role

Search Solution Group is seeking a Senior Buyer on behalf of our client, an Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing company. This role is responsible for managing strategic purchasing activities, developing strong vendor relationships, supporting production needs, and identifying opportunities to improve costs, quality, and supply chain efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders for materials and goods while ensuring competitive pricing and terms.
• Coordinate purchasing activities with Engineering and Operations to support production and inventory requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers and material sources.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, delivery schedules, and other vendor agreements.
• Review vendor quotes and evaluate supplier performance against company requirements.
• Monitor supplier quality, delivery, cost, and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and ERP system information.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective vendors.
• Analyze purchasing data and market trends to identify cost savings and mitigate supply risks.
• Lead resolution of complex vendor issues involving pricing, quality, and delivery.
• Develop and monitor vendor performance metrics and corrective actions.
• Support strategic sourcing and long-term procurement planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve purchasing and supply chain processes.
• Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to Buyer I and Buyer II team members.
• Assist with invoice discrepancies and Accounts Payable issues as needed.

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.

Experience: 4+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience. Manufacturing experience preferred. Experience with vendor management, negotiations, and strategic sourcing preferred.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze purchasing data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities.

Knowledge

• Purchasing and procurement processes.
• Inventory and supply chain management.
• Vendor evaluation and performance management.
• Manufacturing and production environments.
• Pricing, purchasing terms, and supply risk management.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinker
• Strong negotiator
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Proactive problem solver
• Strong relationship builder
• Effective communicator
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring ability
• Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity and professionalism