Operational Buyer
About The Position
Innomotics is an industry-leading supplier of motors and large drive systems. With a trusted legacy of more than 150 years of engineering expertise, our products power all the world’s most essential industries. Today, we are bringing the #EnergyTransition to life with a portfolio that enables our customers to boost energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gases, and minimize the carbon footprints of plants. We are a team of more than 15,000 dedicated experts, doers, and innovators. For us, engineering the future means keeping businesses in motion. As a global player operating with the spirit and speed of a mid-sized champion, the future holds unlimited opportunities for us. If you share our bold mindset to be best-in-class, we want you IN. Innomotics is seeking an experienced Buyer to support manufacturing operations by managing MRP-driven procurement activities, supplier relationships, and material availability. This role is responsible for managing purchase orders from creation through receipt, ensuring timely delivery of materials, and proactively resolving supply issues that impact production. The ideal candidate has experience in an engineer-to-order (ETO) or custom manufacturing environment, understands manufacturing processes and technical drawings, and can effectively partner with suppliers to manage complex components and lead times. This is a relationship-driven procurement role that requires strong supplier engagement, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams. This position is based in Norwood, OH and will work a hybrid schedule.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or buyer/planner experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting ETO, MTO, or custom-engineered products.
- Experience working in an MRP-driven environment.
- SAP MM experience and strong Excel skills.
- Proven supplier relationship management and negotiation experience.
- Experience purchasing technical or engineered components.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and material flow.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and proactively resolve supply issues in support of production.
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
- Experience in motor, industrial equipment, electrical products, or similar manufacturing industries.
- Power BI experience.
- Experience utilizing AI-enabled tools within procurement or supply chain processes.
Responsibilities
- Process MRP requirements and create purchase orders in SAP.
- Manage purchase orders from creation through receipt.
- Develop and maintain relationships with domestic and international suppliers.
- Expedite orders, monitor supplier performance, and communicate delivery updates.
- Coordinate with logistics providers, freight carriers, and import brokers.
- Monitor open orders and proactively address material shortages.
- Process engineering change requests/orders and communicate changes to suppliers.
- Resolve supplier quality issues, invoice discrepancies, and supplier credits.
- Participate in daily production/GEMBA meetings to support manufacturing needs.
- Support purchasing KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on qualifications
- Medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, first day of employment
- Matching 401(k) (immediate employer match)
- Competitive paid time off plan, paid holidays, and floating holidays
- Career development opportunities
- Education and tuition reimbursement programs available
- Flexibility to work remotely a few days a week
- Paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
