Buyer II- 3rd Party/Standards

Busch Group•Virginia Beach, VA

1d•$77,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Busch Vacuum Solutions is seeking a Buyer II – 3rd Party/Standards for a direct-hire opportunity at their U.S. headquarters in Virginia Beach, Virginia. This role is responsible for managing the procurement of externally sourced parts, assemblies, and services based on ERP/MRP-generated demand. The position supports operational and production needs by ensuring timely and accurate order placement, vendor communication, and system maintenance. The Buyer II will manage a defined vendor portfolio, handle more complex procurement scenarios, work independently, negotiate basic terms, track supplier performance, and support cost and lead time improvements.

Requirements

Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s preferred (Supply Chain, Business).
Four to six (4-6) years of purchasing, planning, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
ERP system proficiency required (SAP preferred).
Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check.
Willingness and ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 10% as business needs require.
Valid Driver’s License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards.
Current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of purchasing analytics/reporting tools is a plus.
APICS CPIM or CSCP preferred.
Lean or Six Sigma credentials is a plus.

Responsibilities

Review and convert MRP-generated requisitions into Purchase Orders (POs) for third-party vendors.
Ensure accuracy in pricing, part numbers, delivery dates, and supplier information.
Follow up with suppliers to confirm receipt, shipment, and fulfillment status.
Monitor open orders and expedite as necessary to support production schedules.
Collaborate with internal teams (planning, receiving, quality, AP) to resolve PO/invoicing issues.
Maintain ERP records, lead times, and pricing for assigned suppliers.
Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and approval workflows.
Negotiate standard pricing, payment terms, and delivery conditions within defined parameters.
Conduct vendor performance reviews using KPIs (OTD, quality, responsiveness).
Support cost reduction initiatives by sourcing alternative suppliers.
Participate in supplier onboarding and data accuracy reviews.