Project Buyer (Material Control Coordinator) (BOS USA)

BOS Innovations•Lexington, KY

3d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all project procurement and material coordination activities to ensure materials are purchased, received, organized, and available according to project schedules and within approved budgets. This role serves as the primary Supply Chain representative for assigned projects, coordinating with Engineering, Project Management, Build, Warehouse, Finance, and suppliers to support the complete material lifecycle from sourcing and purchasing through receiving, inventory management and kitting. The position is accountable for supplier performance, procurement cost optimization, inventory accuracy, material availability, and the efficient flow of purchased and manufactured components throughout the organization.

Requirements

Minimum 2–5 years of experience in purchasing, project procurement, inventory management, warehouse operations, or material coordination within a manufacturing or automation environment
Experience using ERP systems (Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred)
Previous experience working with material handling equipment (forklift), inventory management in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
Negotiation, supplier management, organizational, and communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Comfortable lifting / moving up to 50 lbs. occasionally
Ability to multi-task and adapt to an ever-changing environment and processes
Valid Professional Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America, and able to travel to Canada as required.

Nice To Haves

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field is considered an asset
Valid forklift license is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and execute the Project Procurement Plan throughout the lifecycle of assigned projects
Work closely with Engineering to identify long lead-time items during the design phase
Review preliminary Bills of Material (BOMs) to identify procurement risks, lead times, and budget alignment prior to project approval
Enter and maintain BOMs within the Dynamics Business Central and generate Purchase Orders
Review finalized BOMs for completeness and accuracy prior to releasing Purchase Orders to suppliers
Support Applications Engineering during quotation activities by obtaining supplier quotations, evaluating sourcing options, and identifying cost-saving opportunities
Participating in Project Kick-Off Meetings, Design Reviews, Whiteboard Meetings, and other project planning sessions
Provide regular updates to Project Managers and project teams regarding procurement status, delivery schedules, shortages, risks, and mitigation plans
Support project closeout by ensuring procurement and material documentation is complete and accurate
Physically receive incoming materials, using material handling equipment (including forklifts) when required
Organize received materials into project build kits or distribute directly to active production teams
Assemble, organize, and maintain kits of purchased and manufactured parts for project builds
Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to support project schedules
Process material returns, warranty claims, replacement parts, and supplier discrepancies
Support inventory counts, inventory accuracy initiatives, and continuous inventory improvements
Perform other duties as assigned