Buyer

OERTZENGroup; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health insurance for员工及及家

Company-paid dental & vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 2%

Job summary

OERTZENGroup is expanding its manufacturing operations in Auburn, AL, seeking a Technical Buyer to coordinate sourcing, purchasing and supply chain for the U.S. subsidiary. The role focuses on developing supplier networks, managing RFQs, and ensuring timely orders.

Ideal candidate brings 3+ years in manufacturing procurement, strong negotiation skills, and experience with SAP and MS Office. German language is a plus but not required; join a diverse, growing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level technical degree with business exposure or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years as a buyer in manufacturing or metals sectors preferred.
• Strong organizational, process-driven, and analytical approach required.

Responsibilities

• Develop supplier network for raw materials, semi-finished parts and consumables.
• Lead RFQ processes to solicit multiple bids with engineering and production teams.
• Evaluate supplier quotes and negotiate cost savings opportunities.
• Forecast future demand and manage purchasing plans.
• Generate purchase orders and track delivery and invoicing; support audits.

Skills

Buying experience

Negotiation

Forecasting

Procurement process

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Business studies with technical qualifications

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Our client seeks a Technical Buyer to join the expansion of its manufacturing operations based in Auburn, AL. This role is responsible for coordinating all processes and activities related to sourcing, purchasing and supply chain for the U.S. subsidiary.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Development supplier network for manufacturing operation including suppliers for raw materials, semi-finished parts and consumables.
• Develop and follow process for Requests for Quotations (RFQ) to solicit multiple bids according to relevant criteria from engineering, operations, and production personnel.
• Compare and evaluate suppliers’ quotes; seek cost-savings negotiation opportunities. Make recommendations to decision-makers based on results.
• Conduct regular forecasting of future demand for materials
• Generate and release purchase orders to vendors and track orders until goods delivery and invoicing.
• Support supplier audits when required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree mechanical engineering with additional business management knowledge or business studies with additional technical qualifications
• Min. 3 years’ experience as a buyer or similar role in a manufacturing or fabrication operation in the metals industry
• An organized, process-oriented, and detailed approach to work is absolutely essential.
• Negotiating experience to identify and leverage cost savings opportunities
• Experience in working with SAP, proficient in MS Office
• Organizational talent as well as an analytical, structured and effective way of working
• German language skills are highly beneficial but not required.
• Your willingness to dive in and become a part of a to the success of a diverse, international, and rapidly growing team.

What we offer:

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Retention Bonus
• Company-paid health insurance for Employees and partial coverage for dependents
• Company-paid dental & vision Insurance for employees and dependents
• Company-paid Group Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with immediate vesting and company match
• Health Savings Account option for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, and company holidays.