Buyer, Sr

EXL Exlar Corporation; Chanhassen (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright’s Exlar division in Chanhassen, MN is seeking a Senior Buyer to drive complex procurement activities for high-value materials and services. You will negotiate terms, manage supplier performance, and support program schedules while ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate records.

Applicants should have 4–6 years in strategic procurement within a manufacturing setting, strong ERP proficiency, and documented cost-savings results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of strategic procurement processes, contract negotiations, supplier management.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Demonstrated negotiation experience with measurable cost savings or value creation.
• Experience supporting complex programs or engineered products.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end procurement activities for complex, high-value materials, components and services.
• Negotiate and administer complex purchase orders and agreements.
• Issue and administer purchase orders, purchase change orders and RFQs to suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Federal, state, and local regulations concerning purchases.
• Drive supplier selection and conduct supplier site visits, rating capability, performance and delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring and corrective action.
• Proactively address issues and escalate as needed.
• Resolve complex invoice discrepancies and supplier disputes.
• Maintain accurate procurement records.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, planning, and engineering to align with programs.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiations

Supplier management

ERP systems

Cost savings initiatives

Manufacturing environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Buyer

We are looking for a Senior Buyer to join our Exlar team! As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for executing complex or technical procurement activities, including high-value purchases. This role negotiates pricing and contract terms, drives sourcing efforts and supplier performance to meet cost, quality and delivery objectives. Location: Chanhassen, MN Salary: $67,400 - $89,900 Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in MN. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Execute end-to-end procurement activities for complex, high-value materials, components and services.
• Negotiate and administer complex purchase orders and agreements.
• Issue and administer purchase orders, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable Federal, state, and/or local regulations concerning the purchase or shipment of goods, materials or services.
• Drive supplier selection as well as conduct supplier site visits and rate them as to production capability, performance and delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring (cost, quality, delivery) and corrective action implementation.
• Proactively address issues and escalate as needed.
• Resolve complex invoice discrepancies, receive issues and supplier disputes.
• Maintain accurate and complete procurement records.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including manufacturing, planning, and engineering departments to ensure alignment with program schedules and requirements.
• Drives cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of strategic procurement processes, contract negotiations, supplier management.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Demonstrated negotiation experience with measurable cost savings or value creation.
• Experience supporting complex programs or engineered products.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a US Person.

Who We Are

Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright manufactures Exlar® electromechanical linear roller screw actuators, rotary servo motors, and integrated control solutions for a broad range of applications. Our roller screw technology provides an efficient electric replacement for hydraulic or pneumatic cylinders and a more robust replacement for ball screws. With forces up to 80,000 pounds and speeds up to 60 inches per second, we can deliver higher force and speed in smaller packages than other comparably sized actuation technology. Our team of highly skilled engineers can put together the right solution to increase productivity, reduce maintenance, and reduce total cost of ownership. To learn more, please visit us at About | Actuation Division | Curtiss-Wright (cw-actuation.com)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.