Automation Buyer I — BOM to PO Champion

H-E Parts; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical benefits day one

Parental leave

Unique projects

Collaborative environment

Career growth

Job summary

JR Automation Technologies, LLC is seeking a Buyer I in Nashville, TN to manage project-based procurement and convert BOM requirements into accurate purchase orders. You will maintain ERP data, expedite materials, and collaborate with engineering, build teams, and suppliers to resolve shortages.

You will support sourcing for standard components, assist with quotations, and monitor key procurement metrics to ensure timely delivery and accurate financial reconciliation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred.
• Experience in procurement for manufacturing/automation.
• Ability to read BOMs and drawings.
• ERP/MRP experience with SAP/Oracle/Plex/IFS.
• Proficient Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivots).

Responsibilities

• Translate BOM requirements into POs for mechanical and electrical components.
• Maintain pricing, lead times, delivery commitments, and supplier acknowledgments in ERP.
• Expedite open orders to meet milestones.
• Collaborate with build teams to resolve shortages.
• Support sourcing of standard components and shop consumables.
• Manage returns, replacements, and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain high-quality master data with ERP Data Specialists.
• Obtain competitive quotations for routine purchases.
• Monitor procurement KPIs like on-time delivery and shortages.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

ERP/MRP knowledge

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Plex

IFS

Job description

JR Automation Technologies, LLC is seeking a Buyer I in Nashville, TN to manage project-based procurement and convert BOM requirements into accurate purchase orders. You will maintain ERP data, expedite materials, and collaborate with engineering, build teams, and suppliers to resolve shortages.

You will support sourcing for standard components, assist with quotations, and monitor key procurement metrics to ensure timely delivery and accurate financial reconciliation.