Buyer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting day one

Parental leave

Hybrid work arrangement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

ESYS AUTOMATION, LLC in Lake Orion, MI, USA is seeking a Buyer to manage end-to-end procurement for complex automation projects. You will work with Engineering, Project Management, and suppliers to source materials, negotiate terms, and ensure on-time delivery throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires experience in manufacturing or engineered-to-order environments, with strong negotiation skills and the ability to read mechanical drawings and BOMs.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, automation, or engineered-to-order environments.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and controls drawings and BOMs.
• Proven track record managing procurement for complex projects from kickoff to installation.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement from kickoff through FAT, shipment, and installation.
• Lead RFQs/RFPs for automation components and assemblies.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms for low-volume, high-mix components.
• Partner with Project Management to track budgets and cost impacts.

Skills

End-to-end procurement

RFQ/RFP management

Negotiation

Reading drawings/BOMs

Project procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree (Supply Chain/Engineering) or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

## BuyerApply: Hybrid: Lake Orion, Michigan, Unites States: Full time: Posted Today: R0147550**Location:**Lake Orion, Michigan, Unites States**Job ID:**R0147550**Date Posted:**2026-10-15**Company Name:**ESYS AUTOMATION, LLC**Profession (Job Category):**Customer Service & Contact Center Operations**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****The Opportunity:**JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as a **Buyer** in **Lake Orion, MI** as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life. **Location Type:** **This position is hybrid role in Lake Orion, MI.** **What We Offer:*** Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave* Opportunity to work on customized, 1-of-1 automation projects* A collaborative, engineering-driven environment* Career growth and skill development opportunities* A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter* Work with cutting edge and innovative technologies **Role Overview**The **Buyer** role is responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities for complex automation projects, ensuring materials and engineered components are sourced, negotiated, and delivered on time to support project schedules from kickoff through installation. The position partners closely with Engineering, Project Management, and suppliers to manage RFQs/RFPs, control costs, mitigate supply chain risks, and support successful project execution. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing, automation, or engineered-to-order environments, strong technical aptitude, supplier negotiation skills, and the ability to interpret drawings, BOMs, and engineering specifications. **How You’ll Make an Impact:*** Manage end-to-end project procurement from kickoff through FAT, shipment, and installation, ensuring alignment with project schedules and customer requirements.* Lead RFQs/RFPs for complex automation components including robotics, mechatronics assemblies, conveyors, packaging systems, and controls hardware.* Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms for low-volume, high-mix engineered components and custom assemblies.* Read and interpret mechanical and controls drawings, BOMs, customer specifications, and revision updates to ensure accurate and compliant procurement.* Monitor suppliers lead times, capacity, and delivery performance, proactively adjusting schedules to meet project milestones and mitigate risk.* Partner with Project Management to track budgets, forecast procurement spend, and manage cost or schedule impacts.* Support Strategic Sourcing in evaluating supplier performance across quality, delivery, responsiveness, and capability metrics.* Drive cost-reduction initiatives through alternative sourcing, material substitutions, commercial negotiations, and value-engineering efforts.* Support inventory strategy and material availability for standard components such as pneumatics, fasteners, sensors, drives, and safety hardware. **Note:** This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities. **What You’ll Bring:*** Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent professional experience will be considered.* Procurement or sourcing experience in a manufacturing, automation, mechatronics, robotics, or engineered‐to‐order environment.* Demonstrated experience managing project‐based purchasing from kickoff through installation or commissioning.* Background purchasing low‐volume, high‐mix engineered components and custom assemblies is strongly preferred.* Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems for purchase order management, lead time updates, supplier acknowledgments, and demand planning.* Ability to read and interpret mechanical and controls drawings, BOMs, engineering specifications, and revision documentation.* Understanding of industrial and automation components such as pneumatics, sensors, fasteners, electrical hardware, drives, and safety devices.* Strong negotiation skills, including price, delivery terms, and commercial conditions.* Experience conducting RFQs/RFPs and evaluating supplier proposals for technical and commercial fit.* Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v‐lookups, data analysis). **Disclaimer:** JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.