Buyer II

Evolution Motion Solutions•Farmers Branch, TX

40d•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer II manages a defined portfolio of suppliers or commodities and is responsible for balancing cost, delivery and service performance. This role expands beyond transactional execution to include quote analysis, tactical decision making, parameter management, and cross-functional coordination.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred
Equivalent experience considered
3 – 5 years of Purchasing or Supply Chain experience
Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft office applications, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills for analysis reporting
Ability to analyze supplier quotations and evaluate total cost considerations, including price, lead time, freight, and service levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities
Ability to manage a defined supplier or commodity portfolio with accountability for performance outcomes
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and suppliers
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Ability to maintain and adjust purchasing parameters (lead time, sourcing, cost) within established guidelines
Customer focused mindset with the ability to balance service, cost, and operational needs
Ability to follow established processes while exercising sound judgment in day-to-day decision making

Responsibilities

Manages assigned supplier and commodity portfolios, including ongoing purchasing, order maintenance, and performance monitoring
Secures and analyzes supplier quotations, evaluating cost, lead time, delivery and commercial terms
Recommends purchasing decisions and sourcing approaches within established supplier strategies and approval limits
Executes and manages purchase orders end to end, including changes, cancellations, and expedites
Maintains and reviews item data and purchasing parameters that drive system recommendations (stock status, sourcing, cost, lead times)
Analyzes purchasing and delivery performance reports to identify service gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities
Coordinates with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations on customer driven demand, supply constraints, and order changes
Supports resolution of more complex receiving, invoicing and supplier discrepancies
Participates in cost avoidance, inventory optimization, and process improvement initiatives
Exercises tactical negotiation authority with suppliers within established guidelines
Approves purchase orders within assigned authority levels per the approval matrix
Other duties may be required