Senior Project Buyer

The Senior Project Buyer (Buyouts) performs all functions related to project‑based sourcing, purchasing, negotiating, and execution of complex buyouts in support of large industrial and engineered projects. This role manages high‑value procurement activities, including drop‑ship and direct‑to‑site purchases, and oversees supplier relationships to ensure alignment with project schedules and financial objectives. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the buyer collaborates closely with Engineering, Operations, Project Management, leadership, and other associates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end procurement activities for assigned project buyouts, including sourcing, negotiation, award, and execution.
• Prepare RFQs, evaluate supplier quotations, and negotiate commercial terms including pricing, lead time, delivery, and contractual conditions.
• Issue and manage purchase orders for project buyouts, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with engineering specifications and project requirements.
• Coordinate and manage drop‑ship and direct‑to‑site deliveries to support project schedules and critical milestones.
• Manage vendor lead times and delivery commitments to meet overall customer and project timelines.
• Provide updates on buyout projects across the organization, including management, sales, and project managers.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance against delivery, quality, and commercial commitments.
• Identify and mitigate supply‑chain, cost, and lead‑time risks associated with project‑based procurement.
• Identify and develop cost‑reduction opportunities through negotiation, alternative sourcing, value engineering, and supplier engagement.
• Review open order reports to ensure on‑time delivery and maintain promise‑date integrity in Oracle.
• Monitor market conditions and supplier trends to identify risks and opportunities impacting project execution.
• Interface internally with Project Management, Sales, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams as required.

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum 10 + years of procurement experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or project‑based supply‑chain environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business, Engineering, Logistics, or Operations Management preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Project‑management experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or project‑based supply‑chain environment is a plus.
• Experience with electrical components, electrical design, and advanced battery technologies is a plus.
• Demonstrated track record of leading complex negotiations and managing high‑value, project‑based purchases.
• Experience supporting engineered‑to‑order or industrial projects and coordinating drop‑ship or direct‑to‑site deliveries is strongly preferred.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision and contribute immediately to project execution, cost control, and overall business outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution
• Life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program
• Exciting, fast‑paced environment where you can make a true impact
• Opportunities for career advancement within the business unit and across all AMETEK entities

Compensation

Salary range: $80,000 – $95,000 USD per year (salaried, no incentive). Salary is a good‑faith estimate and will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market and business considerations, and geographic location.

Location

Columbus, Ohio. Columbus offers year‑round entertainment, including food and music festivals, art walks, hiking and biking trails, ice skating, sledding, holiday markets, museums such as COSI Columbus, art galleries, the North Market, and numerous parks.