Buyer II

Mesa Power Solutions; San Antonio (TX); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mesa Power Solutions is seeking a Buyer II to manage procurement activities for natural-gas engine and generator production and service with greater autonomy. You will negotiate supplier terms, proactively reduce cost and lead-time risks, and resolve issues to support operational efficiency.

The role balances tactical execution with analytical decision-making, partnering with Planning, Operations, and Engineering. A 4-year degree and 5 years of procurement experience are preferred.

Formación

• Bachelors degree in a related field from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Experience managing suppliers and purchase orders independently.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems in lean environments is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Manage end-to-end purchasing for assigned commodities or suppliers.
• Analyze MRP signals and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms within defined limits.
• Mitigate supply risks and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, and Engineering on part changes and cost impacts.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Supply chain

Negotiation

MS Excel

Data analysis

Vendor management

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field

Herramientas

MRP/ERP systems

MS Excel

Descripción del empleo

Job Code

11097

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Family

Supply Chain

Job Level

T

HSE Status

Safety-Sensitive

About Mesa Power Solutions

Mesa Power Solutions is a fast-growing U.S. manufacturer delivering reliable, responsible power systems to industrial markets nationwide. We engineer and build advanced, sound-attenuated, temperature-controlled generator sets designed to perform in the toughest environments. Backed by industry-leading service and real-time telemetry technology, we give our customers the confidence and visibility they need to keep critical operations running.

At Mesa, People Come First. We Are Committed To Building a Workplace Where Employees Feel Safe, Respected, And Valued And Where Performance, Accountability, And Professional Growth Are Recognized And Rewarded. Our A.D.A.P.T. Values Drive Everything We Do. We Are:

Action-Oriented. Disciplined. Accountable. Passionate. Trustworthy.

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off — including vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement
• 100% employer-paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and their dependents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident insurance
• Annual Evaluations with the opportunity for a pay increase based on performance

We invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success.

Employment Requirements

Safety is a core value at Mesa. Positions identified as safety-sensitive require initial drug screening as a condition of employment, and employees in those roles may be subject to random testing in accordance with company policy.

If you’re ready to do meaningful work, grow professionally, and be part of a team that’s powering critical industries nationwide, this is your opportunity.

Join Mesa Power Solutions and help us build the future of reliable power.

Job Summary

The Buyer II manages procurement activities of materials for natural-gas engine and generator production and service with greater autonomy, including negotiating supplier terms, proactively reducing cost and lead-time risks and resolving issues. This role balances tactical execution with analytical decision-making to support operational efficiency.

Essential Duties

• Manage end-to-end purchasing for assigned commodities or suppliers.
• Analyze MRP signals and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms (delivery/payment) within defined limits.
• Proactively mitigate supply risks and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, monitor performance and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, and Engineering on part changes, cost/lead-time impacts, and supplier qualifications.
• Support cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate forecasting and communicate supply risks.
• All other duties assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field from an accredited university.

Experience

Required

• 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or technical field in an industrial / manufacturing environment.
• 3 years of experience managing suppliers and purchase orders independently.
• 3 years of exposure to MRP/ERP systems in a lean manufacturing or operations environment

Preferred

• 7 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or technical field in an industrial / manufacturing environment.
• Experience with cost analysis or basic negotiations.
• Honorably discharged service veterans are preferred.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

Preferred

• APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Working knowledge of procurement, supply chain, and inventory management.
• Understanding of supplier performance metrics and cost drivers.
• Familiarity with contract terms and basic negotiation principles.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and data analysis tools such as MS Excel.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make sound, data driven purchasing decisions.
• Ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Exposure to MRP/ERP systems in a lean manufacturing or operations environment.
• Must be able to fluently speak, write, and read in English.

Culture Expectations

• Action-oriented: Self-motivated, problem solver, takes initiative when issues arise, acting quickly and responding accordingly.
• Disciplined: Focused, consistently following through with dedication to achieve high standards even when no one is watching.
• Accountable: Takes ownership and accountability for your actions, good and bad.
• Passionate: Passionate about what they do and who they work for, by bringing enthusiasm and commitment to every task and team.
• Trustworthy: Reliable and honest, building confidence through integrity and consistent performance.

Physical Demands

Constant

• Sitting
• Seeing (Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus)
• Hearing
• Use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel

Frequent

• Standing
• Talking

Occasional

• Walking or moving throughout facility

Working Conditions

Constant

• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.

Occasional

• General warehouse working conditions.

Equipment & Software

• Computer
• Phone
• Microsoft applications
• MRP/ERP systems

Additional Job Requirements

• Willing to consent to and pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must be able to pass a WorkSTEPS physical.
• Willing to work Monday-Friday (set schedule).
• Willing to travel occasionally.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Mesa Power Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V