Buyer II

Vag Usa • Mars, PA

2d

About The Position

The Buyer II is responsible for owning supplier relationships and ensuring reliable, cost-effective supply of machined components, castings, fabricated parts, MRO supplies, and subcontracted manufacturing services. This role is critical to maintaining production continuity, improving supplier performance, and driving measurable cost savings. The Buyer II proactively manages supplier delivery, negotiates pricing and commercial terms, resolves supply disruptions, and supports manufacturing schedules. This position requires urgency, accountability, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. High performers in this role will directly impact operational efficiency, supplier performance, and company profitability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Experience sourcing machined components, castings, or fabricated parts strongly preferred
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems required (SAP preferred)
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to operate independently and make sound decisions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills

Nice To Haves

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications preferred
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Own supplier relationships and hold suppliers accountable for delivery, quality, and cost performance
• Monitor and improve supplier on-time delivery, lead time, and responsiveness
• Resolve supplier delivery, quality, and invoicing issues with urgency
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive corrective actions
• Source and procure machined components, castings, forgings, fabricated parts, coatings, and subcontracted services
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and agreements to achieve cost savings and improved service
• Identify and qualify new suppliers to improve competitiveness and reduce supply risk
• Support make-versus-buy analysis with cost and lead time data
• Analyze MRP/ERP outputs (SAP) to ensure timely placement of purchase orders
• Ensure material availability to support production schedules and customer delivery commitments
• Act quickly to resolve material shortages and prevent production disruptions
• Coordinate closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams
• Drive year-over-year cost reduction initiatives
• Identify alternate sourcing and value improvement opportunities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain
• Help improve inventory levels, supplier lead times, and overall supply chain efficiency
• Maintain accurate purchasing data in SAP ERP system
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes
• Assist with inventory accuracy and cycle count reconciliation
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level