Buyer

Skyway Precision, Inc.; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyway Precision, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to support procurement operations across all Skyway facilities. The role focuses on purchasing goods and services, managing the RFQ process, and maintaining supplier records to ensure uninterrupted operations.

The Buyer will issue POs, manage annual blanket POs, and collaborate with Manufacturing, Production Control, Accounting, and suppliers to optimize procurement workflows and data accuracy within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP or purchasing software systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create, issue, and maintain purchase orders (POs) for goods and services used across Skyway Precision facilities.
• Establish, maintain, and track annual blanket purchase orders.
• Coordinate and manage the RFQ process for new and existing products.
• Distribute RFQs to suppliers and collect vendor quotations.
• Analyze supplier quotes and compile pricing data into RFQ cost comparison spreadsheets.
• Coordinate supplier pickups, deliveries, and on-site services with manufacturing operations.
• Work closely with the Accounting Department to troubleshoot and resolve supplier invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

ERP systems

Purchasing software

Job description

Skyway Precision is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Buyerto support procurement operations across all Skyway facilities. This role is responsible for purchasing goods and services, managing the Request for Quote (RFQ) process for both new and existing business, maintaining supplier and purchasing records, and collaborating with Manufacturing, Production Control, Accounting, and suppliers to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Skyway Precision is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Buyerto support procurement operations across all Skyway facilities. This role is responsible for purchasing goods and services, managing the Request for Quote (RFQ) process for both new and existing business, maintaining supplier and purchasing records, and collaborating with Manufacturing, Production Control, Accounting, and suppliers to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, issue, and maintain purchase orders (POs) for goods and services used across all Skyway facilities.
• Establish, maintain, and track annual blanket purchase orders.
• Coordinate and manage the RFQ process for new and existing products.
• Distribute RFQs to suppliers and collect vendor quotations.
• Analyze supplier quotes and compile pricing data into RFQ cost comparison spreadsheets.
• Partner with tool crib personnel to generate weekly orders for:
  • Perishable tooling
  • Non-perishable tooling
  • MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies
• Enter and maintain foundry quarterly metal market pricing adjustments.
• Manage part and vendor master data within company databases.
• Coordinate supplier pickups, deliveries, and on-site services with manufacturing operations.
• Work closely with the Accounting Department to troubleshoot and resolve supplier invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Support compliance with Skyway Precision's Quality Policies and Procedures.
• Support ISO 14001 and IATF/TS 16949 continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management.

QualificationsRequired

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly:
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of computer operations and business systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred

• Associate Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Experience with purchasing, procurement, supplier management, or RFQ administration.
• Experience working with ERP or purchasing software systems.

Core Competencies

• RFQ Management
• Procurement & Purchasing
• Recordkeeping & Documentation
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Organizational Skills
• Supplier Relations
• Attention to Detail
• Communication & Collaboration
• Computer Proficiency

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to work in an office environment within a manufacturing setting.

Why Join Skyway Precision?

At Skyway Precision, you'll be part of a team dedicated to operational excellence, quality, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for professional growth, collaboration across departments, and the chance to make a direct impact on our manufacturing operations and supply chain success.