Burgettstown, PA
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Major Responsibilities/Activities
Procurement & Sourcing
Supplier Management
Planning & Inventory Support
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Data & Reporting
Qualifications
Education
Experience
Skills & Competencies
Department and Supervisor
The Buyer will be part of the Purchasing Department and will report to the Purchasing Manager
Procurement & Sourcing
- Source and purchase direct and indirect materials in accordance with company policies.
- Issue purchase orders and manage order confirmations, pricing, and delivery dates.
- Identify and qualify new suppliers; maintain strong relationships with existing vendors.
- Support strategic sourcing initiatives and cost-reduction programs.
Supplier Management
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve best total cost of ownership.
- Monitor supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness).
- Resolve issues related to shortages, quality problems, and late deliveries.
Planning & Inventory Support
- Review MRP or demand signals and ensure timely replenishment of materials.
- Work with inventory and production teams to prevent stockouts or excess.
- Support inventory optimization initiatives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Finance on sourcing decisions.
- Participate in new product introductions and supplier transitions.
- Support continuous improvement and process standardization efforts.
Data & Reporting
- Maintain accurate purchasing records in ERP system (SAP).
- Track savings, supplier KPIs, and procurement metrics.
- Assist with audits and compliance requirements as needed.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or technical environments strongly preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Proficient with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, etc.).
- Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
- Ability to read basic technical drawings or specifications.
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
- High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
Department and Supervisor
The Buyer will be part of the Purchasing Department and will report to the Purchasing Manager
Skills
Manufacturing