AI-Enabled Purchasing & Supplier Relations

AMETEK; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Associate to help maintain a steady flow of materials and services for manufacturing operations. You will work with suppliers and internal teams to secure quality products at competitive costs, manage inventory accuracy, and support continuous improvement efforts.

The role emphasizes problem solving, attention to detail, and building strong supplier relationships. You will handle daily procurement activities, track performance, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in business, supply chain, or operations.
• Experience supporting purchasing, procurement, or inventory functions.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily procurement activities: PO creation, placement, lead time checks, pricing, acknowledgements, rescheduling, supplier follow-up.
• Support procurement strategies aligned with quality, cost, and delivery goals.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships; assist with pricing and contracts.
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, reliability, delivery, and compliance.
• Identify and reduce supplier and supply chain risks; support supplier selection.
• Maintain purchasing records and documentation; resolve issues promptly.
• Track and report purchasing metrics including cost and supplier performance.
• Participate in cycle counts and inventory accuracy efforts.
• Follow quality procedures and regulatory requirements; comply with policies.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier relationships

Data-driven decisions

Multi-tasking

ERP proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in Business / Supply Chain / Operations

Tools

ERP systems

Ariba

Qlik

Job description

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Associate to help maintain a steady flow of materials and services for manufacturing operations. You will work with suppliers and internal teams to secure quality products at competitive costs, manage inventory accuracy, and support continuous improvement efforts.

The role emphasizes problem solving, attention to detail, and building strong supplier relationships. You will handle daily procurement activities, track performance, and ensure compliance with