Associate Buyer

IDEX; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings with company

PTO

Job summary

IDEX is hiring an Associate Buyer to place POs via ERP, expedite orders, and support cycle counting while coordinating with planning, production, and suppliers. The role emphasizes accurate purchasing, timely follow-ups, and continuous improvement on inventory processes.

The position requires 1+ year in buying in a manufacturing setting, a BA/BS preferred, and familiarity with MRP/JDE and MS Office. Onsite with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in business, supply chain, or engineering preferred.
• 1+ years in buying/procurement, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience buying low volume, high precision engineered commodities preferred.
• C.P.M. or A.P.P. certification desired.
• Experience with MRP systems; JDE preferred.
• Experience with Global Supply Chain Management preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepare purchase order requisitions and issue POs through MRP messages.
• Follow up on order confirmations and late PO requests.
• Expedite orders to meet customer dates.
• Communicate with Planning, Customer Service, and Operations on status.
• Coordinate returns of non-conforming material with supplier.
• Assist in cycle counting discrepancies and AP processing.
• Track inventory issues from daily cycle counts.
• Pareto and root-cause inventory discrepancies and implement countermeasures.
• Maintain physical stocking locations in ERP for efficient picking and cycle counts.
• Drive continuous improvement and good buying practices.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Adaptability & Flexibility

Education

BA/BS in business, supply chain, or engineering

Tools

JDE

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

Position Summary

The Associate Buyer position reports to the Operations Manager and has the primary responsibility for purchase order placement through our ERP, expediting shorts, and purchase order confirmation follow ups. This position requires working effectively with our suppliers, planners and manufacturing personnel to coordinate and ensure a continuously seamless supply flow. The Associate Buyer will also help with the facilitation of our cycle counting program and the root cause analysis of any inventory discrepancies.

Essential Functions

• Prepare purchase order requisitions and issue purchase orders through the MRP messages
• Follow up on order confirmations for issued purchase orders and any pending late purchase order requests.
• Expedite orders as required to meet customer request dates.
• Communicate with Planning, Customer Service, and the Operations team on status of pending items
• Coordinate returns of non-conforming material along with the communication with the Supplier on non-standard product receipts
• Assist in processing discrepancies with regards to cycle counting, receipt verifications, and accounts payable
• Track and follow up on inventory issues that arise upon completion of daily cycle counts.
• Pareto and drive to root cause on inventory discrepancies and ensure proper countermeasures are implemented
• Maintain and organize physical stocking locations in the ERP System as needed for efficiency in picking orders, performing inventories, and cycle counts
• Drive continuous improvement activities to increase efficiency
• Practice good inventory management through the execution of good buying practices
• Manage multiple priorities in a continuously changing environment
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
• BA/BS degree in business, supply chain, or engineering field is preferred
• 1+ years of experience in buying/ procurement required, preferably in a manufacturing setting
• Experience in purchasing low volume, high precision, engineered commodities preferred
• C.P.M. or A.P.P. certification desired
• Experience in MRP Systems desirable (JDE preferred)
• Experience with Global Supply Chain Management preferred
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word and Outlook

COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability & Flexibility – Adjusts effectively to changing priorities, new processes, or shifting business needs with a positive, solutions focused approach.
• Attention to Detail – Completes work with accuracy and thoroughness, identifying errors or inconsistencies and maintaining a high standard of quality.
• Collaboration & Teamwork – Works cooperatively with individuals and teams across the organization, contributing to a supportive and productive work environment.
• Communication Skills – Clearly conveys information verbally and in writing, ensuring understanding among coworkers, leadership, and external partners.
• Problem Solving – Evaluates issues, identifies root causes, and develops practical solutions to resolve challenges and improve efficiency.

Physical Environment and Environmental Factors

Office Environment & Production Floor

This is an onsite position that works in both an office setting and on the manufacturing floor. Approximately 25% of the employee's time will be spent in manufacturing areas, where required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in accordance with facility and safety requirements.

The role requires regular use of standard office equipment and the ability to move between office and production environments to attend meetings, observe operations, access materials, and communicate with employees.

The employee must be able to effectively communicate with coworkers and business partners in person, by phone, and through electronic communication platforms.

Lifting requirements are generally less than 25 pounds; however, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of materials or equipment may be required up to the company maximum of 40 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $48,000.00 - $72,000.00, depending on experience.

This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

• Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more.

More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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