Buyer II

Evolution Motion Solutions; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolution Motion Solutions in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Buyer II to manage supplier and commodity portfolios, balancing cost, delivery and service performance. You will analyze quotes, drive procurement decisions, and execute end-to-end purchase orders.

The role requires 3–5 years in purchasing or supply chain, a Bachelor’s degree preferred, and strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills for analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3–5 years of Purchasing or Supply Chain experience.
• Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel for analysis and reporting.
• Ability to analyze supplier quotations and evaluate total cost considerations (price, lead time, freight, service levels).
• Excellent written and verbal communication with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manages assigned supplier/commodity portfolios, including purchasing, order maintenance, and performance monitoring.
• Secures and analyzes supplier quotations, evaluating cost, lead time, delivery and terms.
• Executes and manages purchase orders end-to-end, including changes and expedites.
• Coordinates with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations on demand and constraints.
• Participates in cost avoidance, inventory optimization, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Quotation analysis

Cost analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field

Job description

Description

The Buyer II manages a defined portfolio of suppliers or commodities and is responsible for balancing cost, delivery and service performance. This role expands beyond transactional execution to include quote analysis, tactical decision making, parameter management, and cross-functional coordination.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.

• Manages assigned supplier and commodity portfolios, including ongoing purchasing, order maintenance, and performance monitoring
• Secures and analyzes supplier quotations, evaluating cost, lead time, delivery and commercial terms
• Recommends purchasing decisions and sourcing approaches within established supplier strategies and approval limits
• Executes and manages purchase orders end to end, including changes, cancellations, and expedites
• Maintains and reviews item data and purchasing parameters that drive system recommendations (stock status, sourcing, cost, lead times)
• Analyzes purchasing and delivery performance reports to identify service gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Coordinates with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations on customer driven demand, supply constraints, and order changes
• Supports resolution of more complex receiving, invoicing and supplier discrepancies
• Participates in cost avoidance, inventory optimization, and process improvement initiatives
• Exercises tactical negotiation authority with suppliers within established guidelines
• Approves purchase orders within assigned authority levels per the approval matrix
• Other duties may be required

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required. An individual must meet the minimum requirements as listed in each Qualifications subsection.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred
• Equivalent experience considered

Experience

• 3 – 5 years of Purchasing or Supply Chain experience

Skills & Abilities

• Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft office applications, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills for analysis reporting
• Ability to analyze supplier quotations and evaluate total cost considerations, including price, lead time, freight, and service levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities
• Ability to manage a defined supplier or commodity portfolio with accountability for performance outcomes
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and suppliers
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to maintain and adjust purchasing parameters (lead time, sourcing, cost) within established guidelines
• Customer focused mindset with the ability to balance service, cost, and operational needs
• Ability to follow established processes while exercising sound judgment in day-to-day decision making

Physical Demands

The work is sedentary, requiring extending periods of sitting or standing to perform the work. There may be some infrequent movement from area-to-area to transport items weighing no more than 15 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the primary duties of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to general office environment. Regular overnight travel may be required; work outside normal business hours is required from time to time.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.

Evolution Motion Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer