Technical Buyer
Work IndustriesWe are seeking a Buyer to join an established multinational industrial technology company as it expands its U.S. operations to include domestic manufacturing of highly engineered, custom machinery. This role will play an important part in building and developing the U.S. supply chain, with a primary focus on sourcing electrical and electronic components and assemblies. Experience with mechanical c
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omponents is also highly valued. The Buyer will work closely with U.S. and global teams and travel to Germany for training and collaboration with established European operations.
This position will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing components, materials, and assemblies used in highly engineered and custom industrial machinery.
The primary focus of the role will be the procurement of electrical and electronic components and assemblies, including components used in industrial controls and automation systems. Experience purchasing mechanical components, fabricated parts, machined components, and other engineered materials is also highly valuable.
This is more than a transactional purchasing position. The Buyer will play an active role in helping develop and expand the U.S. supplier base as domestic manufacturing capabilities grow. This includes identifying new suppliers, obtaining and evaluating quotations, supporting supplier qualification, improving lead times, and helping transition appropriate sourcing to U.S.-based suppliers.
The individual selected for this position will also travel to Germany for training and collaboration with established European operations, gaining exposure to the equipment, suppliers, technical requirements, and global procurement processes.
Key Responsibilities
• Source and purchase electrical and electronic components, controls, assemblies, and related materials used in custom-engineered industrial machinery.
• Support procurement of mechanical components, fabricated and machined parts, assemblies, and other engineered materials as required.
• Help identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop U.S.-based suppliers to support the expansion of North American manufacturing capabilities.
• Manage day-to-day purchasing activities including RFQs, quote analysis, purchase orders, order acknowledgments, supplier communication, and delivery follow-up.
• Review and interpret bills of materials (BOMs), engineering drawings, specifications, and other technical documentation to support sourcing and purchasing decisions.
• Partner closely with Engineering and Operations to understand technical requirements and ensure purchased components and materials meet project specifications.
• Obtain competitive quotations and evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, technical capability, lead time, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, delivery schedules, minimum order quantities, and other commercial terms within assigned purchasing responsibilities.
• Expedite critical materials and proactively address shortages, supplier delays, and other issues that could affect manufacturing or project schedules.
• Support the qualification and onboarding of new domestic suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and assist with addressing issues related to quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, alternate sourcing, improved lead times, supply chain localization, and reduced supply risk.
• Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, purchase order, and delivery information within ERP and purchasing systems.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing Manager on strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier development, negotiations, and continuous improvement activities.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with domestic and international suppliers.
• Collaborate with global procurement teams to transfer supplier knowledge and sourcing strategies to the growing U.S. operation.
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering