Electronics Buyer - Onsite Manufacturing Pro

Milwaukee Electronics; Canby (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Electronics is seeking a proactive Buyer to support manufacturing operations in Canby, Oregon. You will quote and purchase electronic components, fabricated parts, and indirect supplies to support production, balancing cost, quality, inventory, and delivery while building supplier relationships.

The role is full-time and 100% on-site in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, requiring ERP/MRP usage, cross-functional collaboration, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field required.
• One or more years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment may be considered in place of the education requirement.
• Experience purchasing electronic components or working within the electronics manufacturing services industry is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Quote and procure electronic components, fabricated parts, and indirect materials based on production demand, customer requirements, and engineering specifications.
• Create, release, maintain, and manage purchase orders using the company’s ERP/MRP system.
• Review open purchase orders and material requirements daily to support on-time delivery and uninterrupted production.
• Proactively identify shortages, late orders and other supply constraints.
• Expedite materials and coordinate recovery plans when necessary to prevent or minimize production delays.
• Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance related to pricing, delivery, quality, responsiveness, and service.
• Partner with Customer Service, Engineering, Production, and Quality to resolve material shortages, specification questions, and supplier quality concerns.
• Clearly communicate supply risks, delivery changes, and recommended actions to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, pricing, lead‑time, and order‑status information in the ERP system.
• Coordinate inbound transportation and logistics when required.
• Work with Accounting and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies, returns, credits, and receiving issues.
• Participate in Lean and continuous‑improvement activities within the supply chain.
• Actively contribute to cross‑functional problem‑solving efforts and company projects.
• Follow all company quality, safety, regulatory, and purchasing policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Negotiation

Communication

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Epicor ERP

SAP

Oracle ERP

Job description

Milwaukee Electronics is seeking a proactive Buyer to support manufacturing operations in Canby, Oregon. You will quote and purchase electronic components, fabricated parts, and indirect supplies to support production, balancing cost, quality, inventory, and delivery while building supplier relationships.

The role is full-time and 100% on-site in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, requiring ERP/MRP usage, cross-functional collaboration, and attention to detail.