Buyer

Ellaway Blues Consulting; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellaway Blues Consulting is seeking a Buyer to lead sourcing for a growing production operation serving high-tech, energy, and infrastructure markets in the United States. You will source materials, equipment, and services, collaborate with internal teams, and manage supplier performance to ensure cost-effective procurement.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing or industrial settings, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and proficiency with SAP; Power BI experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency with SAP and familiarity with Power BI or similar tools.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing efforts including supplier identification, contract negotiations, and market research.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance to meet cost, quality, and delivery expectations.
• Monitor industry trends, pricing changes, and external risks that may impact procurement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align purchasing strategies with operational goals.
• Support capital projects with strategic sourcing and contracting.
• Use SAP and Power BI to improve procurement visibility and drive data-informed decisions.
• Identify and implement cost-saving and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal standards, and ethical procurement practices.
• Integrate sustainability and risk management into supplier strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement across sourcing and supply chain operations.

Skills

SAP

Power BI

Negotiation

Vendor management

Contract execution

Communication

Analytical

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

This is an opportunity to take your career to the next level with a company at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing and industrial innovation. We’re hiring a Buyer for a growing production operation supporting high-tech, energy, and infrastructure markets.

As a Buyer, you’ll play a key role in sourcing materials, equipment, services, and supplies that support manufacturing operations. You’ll work closely with internal teams to evaluate needs, manage supplier performance, and ensure smooth, cost-effective purchasing. This role offers the chance to expand your impact across the business, take on high-visibility projects, and grow within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing efforts including supplier identification, contract negotiations, and market research.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance to meet cost, quality, and delivery expectations.
• Monitor industry trends, pricing changes, and external risks that may impact procurement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align purchasing strategies with operational goals.
• Support capital projects with strategic sourcing and contracting.
• Use SAP and Power BI to improve procurement visibility and drive data-informed decisions.
• Identify and implement cost-saving and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal standards, and ethical procurement practices.
• Integrate sustainability and risk management into supplier strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement across sourcing and supply chain operations.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years of relevant experience within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency with SAP and familiarity with Power BI or similar tools.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract execution skills.
• Experience supporting construction or capital project purchasing is a plus.
• Strong communication, analytical, and project coordination abilities.

This is a high-impact role with room to grow, offering the opportunity to join a company investing in long-term infrastructure, innovation, and sustainability. The position includes a competitive salary, PTO, and a comprehensive benefits package.