Buyer (Level I/II)

Ralliant; Boxborough (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralliant is seeking a Purchases & Materials Planning professional to support production with purchasing, supplier management, and forecasting. You will manage POs, monitor supplier performance, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production to resolve shortages.

The role emphasizes lean practices, cost improvements, and adherence to policies while using Oracle for procurement transactions. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years of purchasing, production planning, scheduling, or supply chain experience.
• Experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, supplier management, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities, purchase orders, and supplier commitments to support production schedules.
• Monitor supplier acknowledgements, delivery dates, pricing, and material availability; resolve shortages and delays.
• Support supplier MRRs and ECNs with Engineering, Quality, and Production.
• Coordinate material forecasting and inventory levels to minimize shortages and excess inventory.
• Build supplier relationships, resolve pricing discrepancies, and negotiate cost improvements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality, delivery, and service requirements.
• Use Oracle to execute purchasing transactions and maintain accurate order information.
• Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement focused on waste elimination and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies, applicable regulations, and ethical standards.

Skills

Purchasing

Supplier management

Lean manufacturing

Oracle purchasing

Negotiation

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Oracle procurement system

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities, purchase orders, and supplier commitments to support production schedules.
• Monitor supplier acknowledgements, delivery dates, pricing, and material availability; proactively resolve shortages and delays.
• Support supplier Material Review Requests (MRRs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Production.
• Coordinate material forecasting and inventory levels to minimize shortages and excess inventory.
• Build supplier relationships, resolve pricing discrepancies, and negotiate cost improvements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality, delivery, and service requirements.
• Use Oracle to execute purchasing transactions and maintain accurate order information.
• Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste elimination and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies, applicable regulations, and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing, production planning, scheduling, production leadership, or supply chain.
• Experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, supplier management, and strategic planning.
• In-depth knowledge of Oracle purchasing transactions and departmental processes.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning.

Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life - faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About Gems Setra

Gems Setra is a leading global supplier of sensing and monitoring technologies, operating within the Precision Technologies platform of Ralliant Corporation. Through our comprehensive portfolio of premium sensing products, we deliver solutions to customer problems and challenges. As two Fortive businesses merged in 2022, Gems Setra's vision is to connect our customers to their environment to create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. Gems Sensors product offerings include a range of products that encompass liquid level, flow, and pressure sensors, miniature solenoid valves, proximity switches, and integrated fluid management solutions. The Setra Systems product line offers an extensive selection of high-quality sensing instruments for humidity, current, vacuum, energy, and pressure measurements. At the heart of our combined company's mission lies a shared dedication between Gems Sensors and Setra Systems to deliver high-quality sensing solutions, backed by reliable customer support on a global scale. As a part of Ralliant, we embrace a culture of innovation, driving progress and empowering advancements in the industries and customers we serve.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 64350.00-119350.00.