Senior Buyer/Commodity Manager

ImageTek Mfg., Inc.•North Springfield, VT

9h•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Commodity Manager is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, and services to support production and operational needs in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. This role ensures timely delivery of quality materials at competitive prices while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting overall supply chain efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
5 + years of sourcing & purchasing experience in a battery, electronics, medical device, aerospace, or industrial manufacturing environment.
Proven experience working with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Epicor, or Eci-Max).
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lead times, and material planning.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
High attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strategic thinking and cost awareness.
Cross-functional collaboration.
Adaptability in a dynamic, fast paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and capability.
Analyze market trends to identify new sourcing opportunities and risks.
Issue purchase orders (POs) and ensure materials on-time delivery and fulfillment.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and favorable terms.
Maintain optimal inventory levels in coordination with production and planning teams.
Evaluate and monitor supplier performance based on agreed-upon terms, delivery times, and quality standards.
Work with suppliers to resolve any issues with defective or non-compliant goods.
Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and logistics partners.
Collaborate closely with planning, engineering, and production teams to ensure material availability aligns with production schedules.
Expedite orders to prevent production downtime.
Resolve supply issues, discrepancies, or non-conformances promptly.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and pricing data in ERP/MRP systems.
Analyze purchase trends and provide reports on cost savings, lead times, and supplier performance.
Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and ISO/quality standards.
Identify and implement cost-reduction and process-improvement opportunities.
Stay informed about market trends, new materials, and supplier innovations.