Buyer Agent

Gal Manufacturing, a Vantage Elevation Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

HSA

401(K)/ Company Match/ Non-Elective

Commuter Benefits (NYC)

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Plum Benefits

Job summary

GAL Manufacturing, part of Vantage Elevation, Bronx-based procurement professional role focusing on purchasing, scheduling, and inventory control to ensure on-time delivery and optimal stock levels. You'll drive supplier partnerships, data analysis, and cost-saving initiatives across internal teams and external partners.

Join a growing team at a leading elevator components group; the role emphasizes ERP/MRP proficiency, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement in a demanding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or a related field.
• 1-2 years’ experience with ERP/MRP systems; Infor V11 experience preferred.
• 2-3 years of procurement experience in a make-to-order environment.
• Advanced Excel skills; SQL, Python, or other data analysis tools a plus.
• APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or CPSM certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle all tactical purchasing responsibilities for internal and external supply chain partners to maintain high customer service levels.
• Generate requisitions and issue Purchase Orders (POs) to suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchase order pricing, quantities, deliveries, and data within the ERP system.
• Collaborate with Scheduling, Production, and Manufacturing teams to align material orders with production build schedules.
• Schedule timely delivery of materials for assigned commodities based on production needs.
• Provide suppliers with a rolling 12-month forecast to support planning.
• Establish and maintain optimal inventory levels for assigned materials.
• Identify and escalation supply risks to the Purchasing Manager.
• Actively manage inventory to align with business strategies and targets.
• Monitor and support supplier compliance with inventory agreements.
• Work with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payments.
• Generate, document, and implement cost-saving initiatives and ensure visibility of results.
• Ensure close cooperation with internal stakeholders to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Sustaining Engineering on part changes to minimize scrap.
• Participating in supplier management activities such as qualification, selection, evaluation, development, and classification.
• Partner with Quality to resolve supplier non-conformances and process RTVs for assigned suppliers.
• Internal: Frequent interaction with production, engineering, quality, manufacturing, finance, warehouse, and purchasing teams.
• External: Ongoing communication with suppliers, transportation partners, customs agents, and other Vantage Group companies.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Advanced Excel

SQL/Python data analysis

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

Infor V11

SQL

Python

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Bronx, NY 10451, Job Category: Salary Non Exempt, Buyer Agent

Regular Position, Full Time

GAL Manufacturing

About Us

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America's leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore-Max; Thames Valley Controls and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro-mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. Founded in 1927, the Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom.

The Buyer Agent is responsible for managing the supply of goods and ordering services to achieve on-time delivery and meet revenue and inventory goals. This position reports directly to Purchasing Manager and is a member of the larger Procurement department. This position will require frequent contact with internal and external departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or a related field.
• 1 - 2 years’ experience with ERP/MRP systems required; Infor V11 experience preferred but not required.
• 2 - 3 years of procurement experience in a make-to-order environment.
• Advanced Excel skills required; SQL, Python, or other data analysis tools a plus.
• APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or CPSM certification preferred but not required.
• Strong vendor management skills, including experience managing supplier contracts, scorecards, and performance metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to manage inventory levels, including forecasting upcoming levels of demand and supply to ensure product availability for production while minimizing excess inventory.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentation) with both internal and external teams.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

A typical day may include:

Purchasing & Procurement Operations

• Handle all tactical purchasing responsibilities for internal and external supply chain partners to maintain high customer service levels.
• Generate requisitions and issue Purchase Orders (POs) to suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchase order pricing, quantities, deliveries, and data within the ERP system.

Production & Scheduling Support

• Collaborate with Scheduling, Production, and Manufacturing teams to align material orders with production build schedules.
• Schedule timely delivery of materials for assigned commodities based on production needs.
• Provide suppliers with a rolling 12-month forecast to support planning.

Inventory & Supplier Management

• Establish and maintain optimal inventory levels for assigned materials.
• Identify and escalation supply risks (shortages, quality issues, delivery disruptions) to the Purchasing Manager.
• Actively manage inventory to align with business strategies and targets.
• Monitor and support supplier compliance with inventory agreements.

Cost Management & Financial Coordination

• Work with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payments.
• Generate, document, and implement cost-saving initiatives and ensure visibility of results.
• Ensure close cooperation with internal stakeholders to enhance customer satisfaction and enable early engagement.
• Collaborate with Sustaining Engineering on part changes to minimize scrap and ensure smooth transitions.

Supplier Development & Compliance

• Participating in supplier management activities such as qualification, selection, evaluation, development, and classification.
• Partner with Quality to resolve supplier non-conformances and process RTVs for assigned suppliers.

Work Contact Groups

• Internal: Frequent interaction with production, engineering, quality, manufacturing, finance, warehouse, and purchasing teams.
• External: Ongoing communication with suppliers, transportation partners, customs agents, and other Vantage Group companies.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Salary for New York City Based Applicants: $70,000 - $85,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and in keeping with local legislation)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• HSA
• 401(K)/ Company Match/ Non-Elective
• Commuter Benefits (NYC)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plum Benefits
• … and more!

Position Details

• Full time
• Day shifts, generally 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Based in Bronx, New York
• Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other character protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.