Buyer

Ichor • Sauk Rapids, MN

32d • Onsite

About The Position

NPI & Prototype Procurement: Manage quoting, supplier engagement, and purchasing execution for NPI and prototype programs. Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers and materials to support new product development. Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to ensure suppliers meet Aerospace & Defense compliance requirements. Document and institutionalize AS9100 and customer-specific purchasing requirements within procurement processes.

Supplier & Commodity Management: Monitor supplier delivery commitments and drive resolution of shortages, delays, or quality issues. Communicate demand forecasts and coordinate production requirements with suppliers. Monitor purchasing activity to minimize incremental material spend while protecting supply continuity. Maintain strong supplier relationships and drive accountability for performance metrics.

Supply Risk & Escalation Management: Identify capacity constraints, delivery risks, or material shortages that may impact production. Lead supply recovery plans with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Escalate issues effectively while driving root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 3–8+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in manufacturing environments
• Experience supporting precision machining, semiconductor equipment, or Aerospace & Defense supply chains strongly preferred
• Experience with AS9100 or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
• Experience working in ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or similar)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage high PO volumes
• Clear and concise communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Ability to manage supply risk and drive issue resolution
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment
• Willingness to collaborate with global suppliers and teams across time zones
• 1–5+ years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations
• Experience supporting manufacturing, precision machining, or semiconductor supply chains preferred
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP
• Strong organizational and workload management skills
• Ability to manage high purchase order volumes and supplier communications
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and proactive problem solver
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Flexibility to collaborate with global teams, including Asia time zones when required

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with PLM systems such as Agile is a plus

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders aligned with MRP demand and production schedules
• Monitor order status and ensure on-time delivery of materials to support manufacturing operations
• Maintain accurate procurement data including item master records, pricing, and supplier information within ERP systems
• Manage PO confirmations, delivery updates, and order changes
• Develop strong working relationships with assigned suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance including on-time delivery, responsiveness, and capacity constraints
• Communicate demand signals and non-binding forecasts to suppliers
• Coordinate supplier commitments and proactively address delivery risks
• Identify potential supply constraints and escalate issues impacting production
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions with suppliers and cross-functional teams
• Communicate risks, mitigation plans, and status updates to internal stakeholders
• Maintain strong internal stakeholder relationships through proactive communication and follow-through
• Support global supply chain initiatives and process improvements
• Manage returns, repairs, and supplier recovery processes for assigned commodities
• Balance inventory availability with cost and working capital objectives
• Maintain high standards for ERP data integrity and procurement process compliance
• Support adoption of best-in-class procurement practices and supply chain tools
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the global supply chain organization

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time-off program
• paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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