Buyer

Sunpro; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs and product discounts

Job summary

Sunpro is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement of production materials in Bradenton, Florida. In this role, you'll source, negotiate, and purchase materials while ensuring inventory levels are optimized for manufacturing schedules.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment and be proficient with ERP systems. A competitive salary, bonus, and generous benefits package are offered, including professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple open orders.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase raw materials and components.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent production disruptions.
• Issue and track purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Evaluate supplier performance and manage inventory transfers.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Inventory Management

ERP Systems

Organizational Skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Business

Tools

ERP or Purchasing Management Systems

Job description

Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.

As a member of the Hunter Douglas family of brands, Sunpro embraces a very simple philosophy and day-to-day mission, which is that our success is only the result of the success of our dealers/business partners. Our dealers succeed because we care deeply about them and their reputation. As a result, we ensure that they receive top-quality retractable screens and awnings at a competitive price and the fastest turnaround possible.

We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What's yours?

Position Overview

The Buyer is responsible for the procurement of production materials necessary to support manufacturing operations at their assigned location. This role ensures adequate inventory levels, timely issuance of purchase orders, and efficient transfer of materials between sister company locations. The Buyer works cross-functionally with internal teams and collaborates closely with counterparts at sister companies to align purchasing strategies and support shared organizational goals.

What you'll do

• Source, negotiate, and purchase raw materials, components, and production supplies to meet manufacturing schedules and quality standards.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels to prevent production disruptions caused by material shortages or overstock.
• Issue purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring alignment with approved vendors, pricing agreements, and budget parameters.
• Coordinate with planning, production, and warehouse teams to forecast material requirements and align purchasing activity with production schedules.
• Collaborate with buyers and procurement personnel at sister company locations to share supplier resources, leverage group purchasing opportunities, and align on material standards.
• Facilitate and manage inventory transfers between locations, ensuring proper documentation, accuracy, and timely execution.
• Track open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery; communicate delays proactively to affected departments.
• Evaluate supplier performance on a regular basis, addressing quality, delivery, and cost concerns in alignment with company expectations.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor files, and transaction documentation within the company's ERP or purchasing system.
• Assist in identifying cost reduction opportunities through supplier negotiation, consolidation, or alternative sourcing.
• Ensure all purchasing activity complies with company policies, approval workflows, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support physical inventory counts and reconciliation activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Other requirements

• Ability to work onsite at the assigned manufacturing location; periodic travel to sister company locations may be required.
• Proficiency with ERP or purchasing management systems; experience with [system name] preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple open orders and competing priorities simultaneously.

Who you are

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

What's in it for you

• Annual base salary range: $78,000.00 - $95,000.00
• Bonus target range: 10%
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
• Time off with pay
• 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and product discounts

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential. Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.