Electrical Components Buyer II – Strategic Purchasing

Gilder Search Group; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with Roth option

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Konik is partnering with an innovative engineering and manufacturing company seeking a Buyer / Purchasing Specialist to support procurement of electrical components, connectors, and manufacturing materials in Saint Paul, MN.

The role manages supplier relationships, purchasing activities, and material availability while collaborating with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure on-time production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 2+ years of purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and purchasing activities.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems; INFOR ERP preferred.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Analyze ERP/APS requirements to support purchasing decisions.
• Identify, qualify, and manage electrical component suppliers.
• Create and manage purchase orders; negotiate pricing and terms.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data and report to teams.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to meet specs.
• Monitor supplier performance and material availability.
• Coordinate with Quality and Supply Chain to resolve issues.
• Own assigned electrical commodities and open PO management.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Supplier relationships

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Electrical components procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

INFOR ERP

Job description

Konik is partnering with an innovative engineering and manufacturing company seeking a Buyer / Purchasing Specialist to support procurement of electrical components, connectors, and manufacturing materials in Saint Paul, MN.

The role manages supplier relationships, purchasing activities, and material availability while collaborating with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure on-time production.