Senior Buyer

McElroy Manufacturing•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

McElroy Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to support production scheduling and supply chain execution in alignment with company objectives for customer service, inventory levels, cost control, and quality. The Senior Buyer executes sourcing strategies, mentors Buyers, and collaborates with Commodity Managers and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, supplier performance, and operational excellence within a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Experienced Supply Chain Professional
Bachelor’s degree required with minimum six (6) years of relevant experience; or twelve (12) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong knowledge of supply chain design principles supporting on-time delivery, quality, and lowest total cost of ownership.
Manufacturing experience with knowledge of MRP, DDMRP, Theory of Constraints, and Lean Manufacturing.
Ability to interpret engineering prints and understand fabrication processes.
Analytical & Systems-Oriented
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook required.
Strong mathematical and statistical skills related to business applications.
Problem Solver & Continuous Improver
Demonstrated critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
Continuous improvement mindset.
High emotional intelligence and ability to work cross-functionally.
Flexibility to accommodate varying workload requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems such as Infor XA or AS400 preferred.
Experience with PowerBI, Intuiflow, and related planning tools preferred.
Professional Development
APICS or ISM participation and certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute Sourcing & Procurement Strategies
Create and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
Analyze DDMRP recommendations to determine optimal purchasing strategies.
Manage requirements associated with assigned parts and execute purchase orders to suppliers.
Coordinate execution of the master production schedule related to assigned materials.
Supplier Management & Performance
Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers.
Maximize vendor performance related to On-Time Delivery, Quality, Inventory Levels, and Cost.
Work with suppliers to ensure planning system data accurately reflects expectations.
Communicate and coordinate return of non-conforming material, obtain RMAs, and work with Shipping as needed.
Collaborate with suppliers to optimize invoice processes and resolve payment delays.
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
Identify systemic quality or supply issues and collaborate with Buyers and Commodity Managers on alternatives.
Identify, communicate, and mitigate obstacles to meeting production schedules.
Lead or support lead-time improvement initiatives.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing and supply chain processes.
Leadership & Mentorship
Mentor and lead Buyers on the team.
Instill and model the Purchasing team culture through leadership and example.