Entry-Level Industrial Buyer (MRO & Parts)

Norxinc; Warfordsburg (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for training and career 

On-site climate-controlled office

Job summary

Mellott Company in Warfordsburg, PA is seeking an entry-level Buyer to support purchasing for manufacturing and field service teams. You will work with engineering, operations, and suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement aligned with company standards.

The role focuses on materials, parts, and services, managing POs, pricing, lead times, and supplier data while growing your career in supply chain within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years purchasing or supply chain experience in manufacturing or service.
• Ability to read part descriptions, BOMs, or basic drawings.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Experience with ERP systems (IFS a plus).

Responsibilities

• Procure materials, parts, subcontracts, and services for manufacturing, fabrication, service, and field operations.
• Issue purchase orders and manage them through ERP for fulfillment.
• Maintain accurate pricing, lead times, and supplier data.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand technical requirements and delivery needs.
• Monitor open orders, follow up with suppliers, and expedite as necessary to meet project and customer demands.
• Support inventory replenishment and MRO purchasing activities.
• Assist in supplier communications, RFQs, and basic price comparisons.
• Resolve receiving discrepancies, invoicing issues, and supplier performance concerns.
• Maintain purchasing documentation and support audits or internal reviews.
• Follow established procurement policies and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Purchasing experience

ERP software

MS Excel

Communication

Reading BOMs and drawings

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

IFS ERP

MS Excel

Job description

Mellott Company in Warfordsburg, PA is seeking an entry-level Buyer to support purchasing for manufacturing and field service teams. You will work with engineering, operations, and suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement aligned with company standards.

The role focuses on materials, parts, and services, managing POs, pricing, lead times, and supplier data while growing your career in supply chain within a manufacturing environment.