Global Manufacturing Buyer | ERP & Sourcing Strategy

AMETEK Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a Buyer to execute sourcing strategies for a multi-item commodity portfolio. You will place purchase orders, expedite shortages, and align purchasing with production plans using ERP/MRP systems.

Collaboration with Operations, Quality, Finance, Engineering and Procurement is essential to ensure on-time material availability. The role requires a strong purchasing background in manufacturing, domestic and international sourcing, and data-driven decision

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ Buyer or Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or similar is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience executing sourcing strategies and buying domestically and internationally.
• CPM, APICS, CPSM or equivalent certification preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing PCBA’s, Machined Parts, Electronics, and Metal Components in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Highly proficient in data analysis to identify trends and improve sourcing processes.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the ERP system to place Purchase Orders while adhering to the Sourcing strategy to meet production material needs.
• Expedite with urgency all item shortages and vendor missed commitments.
• Work with the Sourcing Manager to align the purchase plan to the strategic plan.
• Work collaboratively and cross-functionally (Operations, Quality, Finance, Engineering, Procurement) to assess current and future purchasing requirements.
• Review MRP daily and execute buys for assigned commodity portfolio to meet the plan.
• Address shortages with urgency and communicate expectations to Operations.
• Actively participate in planning meetings with Purchasing and Operations.
• Work with vendors and Operations to address and resolve shortages or issues with purchase orders that will impact production plans.
• Escalate recurring vendor issues to the Sourcing Manager for assessment and resolution.
• Maintain excellent relationships with all vendors and internal customers.
• Maintain procurement data in the ERP system, including adding vendors as needed.
• Maintain Reorder Point and Reorder Quantity data in the ERP system to meet expected demand and inventory requirements.

Skills

Buyer experience

Sourcing strategies

Data analysis

ERP/MRP

Domestic & international procurement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or similar

CPM/APICS/CPSM certification preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

AMETEK, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a Buyer to execute sourcing strategies for a multi-item commodity portfolio. You will place purchase orders, expedite shortages, and align purchasing with production plans using ERP/MRP systems.

Collaboration with Operations, Quality, Finance, Engineering and Procurement is essential to ensure on-time material availability. The role requires a strong purchasing background in manufacturing, domestic and international sourcing, and data-driven decision