Buyer III

Pelican•South Deerfield, MA

7d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Pelican Products is hiring a Buyer III in South Deerfield, Massachusetts. The role manages purchasing activities, develops supplier relationships, and executes sourcing strategies that support manufacturing operations. The Buyer III negotiates contracts, identifies cost-saving opportunities, and works across departments to ensure materials are available to meet production demands. The position purchases production materials, components, and supplies; manages supplier relationships, purchasing agreements, purchase orders, vendor information, and ERP material master data; and coordinates shipments to meet production requirements. It develops commodity strategies, identifies and qualifies suppliers, partners with New Product Development on cost-effective sourcing, and drives year-over-year purchasing productivity improvements of more than 3% through cost reduction initiatives, supplier consolidation, make-or-buy analysis, and low-cost country sourcing. The Buyer III monitors market trends, supplier performance, and commodity costs; analyzes inventory and addresses excess or obsolete materials; and investigates shortages, delivery misses, and nonconforming products to prevent recurrence. The role also evaluates suppliers, conducts supplier visits, reviews technical drawings and specifications, supports ISO compliance and continuous improvement, and provides guidance and training to other Buyers. Applicants must meet ITAR and CUI eligibility requirements; the facility is subject to ITAR rules requiring applicants to be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
A minimum of 5–7 years of purchasing or procurement experience.
Strong knowledge of purchasing procedures, sourcing strategies, and supplier management in a manufacturing environment.
Experience negotiating supplier contracts, pricing, and purchasing agreements.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
Experience managing purchasing activities, inventory levels, and supplier performance.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate across departments.
Must be eligible to receive information controlled under ITAR and CUI. ITAR eligibility requires being a U.S. Person as defined by 22 CFR §120.15: a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum or refugee status in the United States.

Responsibilities

Purchase materials, components, and supplies to support production schedules and inventory requirements.
Develop and maintain supplier relationships to support competitive pricing, quality, and on-time delivery.
Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing, and purchasing agreements.
Develop and execute commodity strategies and purchasing plans aligned with business objectives.
Identify and qualify new suppliers, alternative sourcing options, and new technologies.
Partner with New Product Development teams to identify cost-effective sourcing solutions for new products.
Drive year-over-year purchasing productivity improvements of more than 3% through cost reduction, supplier consolidation, make-or-buy analysis, and low-cost country sourcing.
Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and commodity costs to identify supply chain risks and opportunities.
Manage purchase orders, vendor information, and material master data in the ERP system.
Coordinate supplier shipments to ensure materials arrive on time and production requirements are met.
Analyze inventory levels, reconcile discrepancies, and identify excess or obsolete materials.
Conduct root cause analysis for material shortages, missed deliveries, and nonconforming products to prevent recurring issues.
Evaluate supplier quality, service, delivery, and overall performance.
Conduct supplier visits and evaluations to assess supplier capabilities and compliance with company requirements.
Review technical drawings and specifications to ensure purchased materials meet engineering and manufacturing requirements.
Support ISO compliance, purchasing procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide guidance and training to other Buyers as needed.

Benefits

Competitive paid time off plans, holiday pay, and opportunities to purchase extra vacation.
401(k) plan with immediate match.
Benefits including options such as pet insurance.
Health Savings Account contribution.
Wellness Discount Program.
Global Mental Wellness Program.
Quarterly Employee Celebration Days.
Peer-to-Peer Recognition Program.
Service Recognition Program.
Employee discounts on Pelican products, branded apparel, and gear.
Employee referral program.
On-site gym.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Company-paid life and disability plans.
10 paid holidays per year.
Relaxed and casual work environment.
Opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations.
Commitment to giving back to communities and employee satisfaction.