Technical Purchaser

Mettler Packaging Llc•Moorefield, WV

12d•$50,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

A Technical Purchaser (or Technical Buyer) manages the procurement of specialized materials, components, machinery, and services, acting as the bridge between engineering, production, and suppliers. Key responsibilities include negotiating contracts, evaluating technical specifications, sourcing suppliers, maintaining inventory via ERP systems, and driving cost reductions.

Requirements

Ability to understand blueprints, CAD drawings, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and technical spec sheets.
Previous experience in procurement, preferably in manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environments.
Strong communication skills to liaise with internal departments and negotiate with vendors.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP software (e.g., SAP, BaaN).
Strong analytical capabilities for evaluating vendor bids and identifying cost savings.

Responsibilities

Purchase technical goods, electromechanical parts, machinery, and services, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, blueprints, and drawings.
Source, vet, and manage relationships with suppliers, including auditing their technical capabilities and conducting performance reviews (on-time delivery, quality).
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve the best Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
Use Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to process purchase orders (POs), track shipments, and maintain accurate inventory levels.
Work with engineering, production, and quality teams to understand requirements and resolve vendor non-conformance issues.
Analyze market trends and evaluate proposals to reduce costs and optimize procurement strategies.