Senior Operational Buyer (Edwards Vacuum)

About the role

Be part of an exciting journey as we prepare for production at our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP). Lead and manage end-to-end operational procurement activities for PC Genesee manufacturing operations, ensuring uninterrupted material supply to production lines while maximizing service level, supplier performance, and total cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end operational procurement activities for direct and indirect materials to ensure uninterrupted supply to production cells.
• Develop and implement supplier performance improvement plans (OTD, lead time, flexibility, buffer strategy, freight optimization).
• Act as primary escalation point for critical supplier issues impacting production continuity.
• Lead regular business reviews with strategic suppliers and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify supply risks (capacity, quality, logistics, financial) and implement mitigation plans.
• Drive reduction of supplier lead times and improve responsiveness to production demand changes.
• Ensure compliance with global procurement policies, SAP processes, and internal control requirements.
• Coordinate with planning and production teams to align procurement execution with production schedules.
• Manage supplier onboarding, development, and performance evaluation activities.
• Resolve complex invoicing, pricing, and payment discrepancies in collaboration with finance.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) by ensuring material readiness with minimum disruption and obsolescence risk.
• Lead and mentor Operational Buyers, ensuring consistent execution across purchasing activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes (automation, digital tools, standard work)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing procurement or supply chain environment.
• Experience in both direct and indirect procurement (hybrid responsibility).
• Strong SAP MM knowledge and experience in MRP-driven environments.
• Advanced understanding of lean manufacturing principles and supply chain optimization.
• Experience working with global suppliers in electronics, mechanical, and industrial components.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex supply disruptions.
• Proven experience in supplier performance management and development.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-mix, high-urgency production environment.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, and ability to work under pressure in a high-mix, high-urgency production environment.

Benefits

• Annual Variable Compensation Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k with Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Floating Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training and Development
• Parental Leave
• Disability Benefits
• Life and AD&D Insurance

Pay

Salary Range: $79,530 - $99,420. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.

Schedule

This role is generally sedentary, involving primarily desk-based tasks in a controlled indoor environment.