Buyer

Drylock Technologies LTD•Reidsville, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer is an exempt, salaried professional responsible for procuring raw materials, components, packaging, and indirect materials required to support manufacturing operations at Drylock Technologies. This role exercises independent judgment and decision‑making related to purchasing strategy, supplier management, and inventory planning. The Buyer partners cross‑functionally to ensure cost efficiency, material availability, supplier performance, and compliance with company policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field or equivalent professional experience
3–5 years of SAP experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically within purchasing and materials management functions
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a Buyer or procurement role within manufacturing
Strong understanding of MRP, inventory management, lead times, and supplier capacity planning
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard business software
Strong analytical, organizational, and decision‑making skills
Effective communication skills with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high‑volume or fast‑paced manufacturing environment
Demonstrated experience with supplier negotiations and cost‑saving initiatives
Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles
Ability to work cross‑functionally with Production, Quality, Finance, and Planning

Responsibilities

Independently manage purchase orders for raw materials, components, packaging, and indirect supplies to support manufacturing demand
Utilize SAP to execute and manage purchasing transactions, supplier pricing, material requirements, inventory levels, and procurement reporting
Analyze MRP signals, demand forecasts, and usage trends to support inventory optimization and continuity of supply
Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, delivery, cost, and service; initiate corrective actions when needed
Collaborate with Production Planning to proactively address material constraints and changing production requirements
Resolve invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, and pricing variances within SAP
Support sourcing activities, including supplier selection, negotiations, and cost‑reduction initiatives
Partner with Quality and Operations on supplier quality issues and continuous improvement efforts
Maintain accurate purchasing documentation in compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
Exercise professional judgment in prioritizing workload and managing purchasing activities without direct supervision
Support Drylock’s safety, quality, and operational objectives