OEM Project Buyer

Golden Technology, Inc.; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Technology, Inc. is seeking a Project Buyer in Morrisville, NC to drive procurement for new product development. The role focuses on sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers and RFI/RFQ processes to meet cost and timing targets.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mid/high volume manufacturing, with ISO quality system knowledge and cost-analysis skills to support project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or equivalent in business, supply chain, economics or engineering.
• Five years purchasing experience in mid/high volume manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procuring all purchased and intercompany parts required in the project during development.
• Quote and source productive materials to meet cost, quality and timing targets.
• Manage the RFI/RFQ process.
• Lead supplier selection and ensure contracts are executed as instructed.
• Conduct negotiations on quantities, prices, and delivery terms.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

RFI/RFQ management

Negotiation

Supplier selection

Cost analysis

ISO knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/SC/Economics/Engineering

Associate degree +5 years related experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Our client is looking for a Project Buyer to join their Team! The Project Buyer will be responsible for the following:

• Procuring all purchased and intercompany parts required in the project during project development.
• Quoting and sourcing productive materials for the project to meet cost, quality and timing targets according to the product development process.
• Manage the RFI/RFQ process.
• Ensure competitive analysis of suppliers.
• Lead supplier selection according organizational instructions.
• Ensure contracts are executed in accordance to organizational instructions.
• Conduct negotiations about quantities, prices, delivery dates and conditions.

Required Qualifications:

• Four year Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Economics Management, or Engineering. OR Two Year Associate Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Five years of purchasing experience with mid to high volume manufacturing. Electro-mechanical products preferred.
• Knowledge of economic analysis methods (NPV, IRR, ROI).
• Familiarity with logistics and material requirements planning.
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or TS 16949 quality systems requirements.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
• Participative work style, ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to get along with diverse personalities, tactful, mature.
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive but also be able to recognize and support the organization's preferences and priorities.
• Satisfactory verbal and written communication skills.
• Results oriented with a high level of initiative.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Basic German language skills are preferred but not required.
• Fluency in spoken and written Spanish is preferred but not required.

Why Golden Technology?

Founded in 1997, Golden Technology has grown from a two-person vision into a trusted partner for Fortune 500 clients nationwide. Along the way, we've built a culture centered on family, professional growth, and giving back to our communities through our Golden Community initiatives.