Buyer

Control System Integrators; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Medical coverage

Vision benefits

Job summary

A growing automation company is seeking a Purchasing Buyer in Lansing, MI. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in industrial automation and will effectively manage procurement and vendor relations to ensure successful project delivery. Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills are a must. This position offers full-time employment and comprehensive benefits including 401K and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience in industrial automation or manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Experience reading technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficient with ERP/MRP systems (Epicor, NetSuite, JobBOSS, SAP, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for cost tracking and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase materials and components.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors.
• Track purchase transactions and expedite deliveries.
• Negotiate best pricing, lead times, and payment terms to maximize margins.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Excel

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or bachelor's degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (Epicor, NetSuite, SAP)

NetSuite

JobBOSS

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Buyer — Control System Integrators, East Lansing & Warren, MI

Benefits Offered: 401K, Dental, Life, Medical, Vision

Employment Type: Full-Time

Why Work Here? “We are a growing automation team with a diversified client base!”

At CSI, our mission is to be "solutions first". We are always looking for people who want to join us in our pursuit and be part of a team that delivers on that promise.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Purchasing Buyer to support our fast-growing controls automation, vision technology, and turnkey project business. This role will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services to ensure projects are delivered on-time, on-budget, and at the highest quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in industrial automation, electrical controls, material handling systems, or related manufacturing environments and will be comfortable managing multiple simultaneous projects with varying lead times and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing & Procurement
  • Source, negotiate, and purchase materials, components, and subcontracted services for:
  • Controls & Electrical Systems (PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, panels)
  • Material Handling Equipment (conveyors, sortation components, motors)
  • Vision & Optical Systems (cameras, lenses, lighting, AI processing hardware)
  • Fabricated Components (machined aluminum, sheet metal, brackets, frames)
• Issue purchase orders, track confirmations, and expedite deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase transactions, pricing, and supplier performance.
• Negotiate best pricing, lead times, and payment terms to maximize company margins.

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Build and maintain relationships with a network of reliable, cost-effective vendors.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, performance, and quality metrics.
• Resolve supplier issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing disputes.
• Work with engineering to qualify new vendors for specialized parts.

Qualifications

Required:

• 3+ years of purchasing experience in industrial automation, manufacturing, or related field.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience reading technical drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Proficient with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Epicor, NetSuite, JobBOSS, SAP, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for cost tracking and reporting.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of controls, automation, vision systems, or electrical components.
• Familiarity with tariff impacts, import/export regulations, and freight management.

Education and Certifications

• Required minimum High School Diploma with 5 years of Automation experience
• Preferred associate or bachelor’s degree