The Buyer is responsible for purchasing goods and services to support organizational operations while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality standards, and timely delivery. This role focuses on tactical procurement activities and requires strong vendor management skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Process purchase orders for routine materials such as steel, fasteners, and standard components
• Track shipments and deliveries to ensure materials arrive on schedule
• Update inventory management systems with delivery information
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts
• Coordinate with Production Managers & Logistics and Scheduling Manager to understand material requirements
• Maintain relationships with established suppliers of standard materials
• Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, delivery issues, and quality concerns
• Resolve routine problems with orders, deliveries, and product quality
• Compare prices from different suppliers for standard materials
• Negotiate pricing for standard items within established guidelines
• Process and verify invoices against purchase orders and receipts
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and supplier communications
• Generate standard procurement reports (e.g., open order reports, delivery performance)
• Document supplier quality issues and resolution actions

· Other duties as assigned