Buyer
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Buyer to support purchasing operations for an HVAC manufacturing facility. The Buyer sources materials and components, manages supplier relationships, monitors inventory levels, and ensures materials are available to meet production schedules while maintaining competitive costs. The role involves purchasing raw materials, HVAC components, parts, and supplies; reviewing material requirements, inventory, and production schedules; managing purchase orders and deliveries; communicating and negotiating with suppliers; and coordinating with internal teams to prevent shortages. The Buyer also resolves supplier issues, maintains purchasing records in the company’s ERP or purchasing system, and identifies ways to improve supplier performance and purchasing processes. The desired candidate is dependable and proactive, able to build strong supplier relationships, manage purchasing activities efficiently, and help ensure production has the materials needed to meet customer demands.
Requirements
- Previous purchasing or buying experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of inventory management and manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
- Purchase raw materials, HVAC components, parts, and supplies to support manufacturing operations.
- Review material requirements, inventory levels, and production schedules to determine purchasing needs.
- Create and manage purchase orders and monitor supplier deliveries.
- Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, order status, and delivery schedules.
- Negotiate pricing and terms to help control costs and improve purchasing efficiency.
- Work with production, engineering, inventory, and receiving teams to prevent material shortages.
- Resolve supplier issues involving late deliveries, pricing discrepancies, and material quality.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records in the company’s ERP or purchasing system.
- Identify opportunities to improve supplier performance and purchasing processes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
