TECHNICAL BUYER

JOB SUMMARY

The Engineered Product Procurement Specialist supports the Purchasing Department by managing the procurement of engineered components and services within a capital equipment manufacturing environment, ensuring alignment with project cost, quality, and delivery targets and compliance with technical codes and specifications.

• Participate in project teams, driving collaboration between suppliers and design groups and communicating unresolved issues impacting project success.
• Apply Mechanical Engineering knowledge to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Manage project cost and delivery targets through effective supplier coordination and communication of material data into earned value models.
• Secure quotes, technical specifications, and place purchase orders in a timely manner with consideration for cost, quality, safety, and delivery.
• Maintain manufacturing orders, schedules, and shortage reports to support production requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance, including quality and on-time delivery, and investigate missed deliveries and lead-time issues.
• Manage supplier Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), including corrective and preventive actions, returns, rework, and back charges.
• Develop and support cost reduction initiatives and conduct supplier negotiations.
• Initiate and manage purchase contracts, Preferred Supplier Agreements, and the qualification of new suppliers.
• Identify and implement business process improvements and technical solutions to overcome project or supply challenges.
• Meet with suppliers to resolve issues and maintain a strong technical understanding of purchased components and their final applications.
• Ensure all activities comply with company policies, procedures, and management direction.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a minimum of 7 years of experience in a technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a capital equipment manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and familiarity with ASME, PED, and other industry codes.
• Strong experience working within an ERP system and high proficiency in Windows-based software (Excel, MS Project, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, including experience delivering Executive Level Presentations.
• Proven track record of strong negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be well-organized and capable of managing multifaceted projects alongside routine activities.
• Ability to develop creative business and technical solutions to complex problems.
• Proactive approach to identifying potential problem areas and presenting viable solutions.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A GREAT FIT

• Proficiency with SAP
• Available to travel

SALARY RANGE

$80,000 - $100,000 per year
Bonus

WHAT WE OFFER

• GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT: A dynamic and innovation-driven workplace, part of a multinational and multicultural group.
• DIVERSITY & INCLUSION CULTURE: Promoted through the Corporate Code of Ethics and dedicated programs.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING: We view learning as a strategic lever for growth and motivation. We support internal training and external development initiatives.
• WELLBEING: We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and tuition assistance. As well as an annual bonus.

IMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.