Direct Materials Buyer II/III — Supplier Strategy & Growth

Hamilton-Company; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation time

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hamilton Company is seeking a Buyer II/III Direct Materials to manage direct material purchases for assigned commodities in support of MRP. You will negotiate costs, source new suppliers, ensure on-time delivery, and collaborate with engineering and accounting to optimize supplier performance and risk mitigation.

The role requires 5+ years in purchasing, experience with multiple commodities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP/D365 experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Business, Supply chain or related field required.
• 5+ years of purchasing experience.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Experience managing multiple commodities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with D365 and SAP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate costs, evaluate and maintain inventory to target safety stock levels
• Work with accounting to set up new suppliers
• Coordinate with accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies
• Proactively manage P.O’s for accuracy including costs and confirmed delivery dates
• Work with engineering and key stakeholders in implement risk mitigation plans for single sourced suppliers
• Proactively resolve production and provide updates to affected groups
• Review assigned NCR’s and process returns to suppliers in a timely manner
• Monitor and report KPI’s with key suppliers and drive improved performance
• Monitor suppliers lead time and update system as required
• Work Closely with NPI Project teams on transfer of products from NPI to production ensuring material coverage thru component lead times
• Maintain strong cross functional relationships and communication with intercompany departments supported by purchasing
• Intercompany purchasing

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Negotiation

Independent working

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS/BA in Business, Supply chain or related field

Tools

D365

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hamilton Company is seeking a Buyer II/III Direct Materials to manage direct material purchases for assigned commodities in support of MRP. You will negotiate costs, source new suppliers, ensure on-time delivery, and collaborate with engineering and accounting to optimize supplier performance and risk mitigation.

The role requires 5+ years in purchasing, experience with multiple commodities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP/D365 experience is a plus.