PURCHASING SPECIALIST – CUSTOM COMPONENTS Elemaster US

Elemaster Romania; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in the United States is looking for a Buyer to source and purchase custom-manufactured components based on engineering specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and experience with ERP/MRP systems. Responsibilities include reviewing engineering drawings, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring component quality and delivery. This role is pivotal in maintaining supplier relationships and supporting multiple cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Excel and MS Office Suite.
• Previous experience in purchasing custom parts based on engineering drawings.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Source, quote, and purchase custom-manufactured components.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications to determine requirements.
• Negotiate prices and purchasing conditions with suppliers.

Skills

Strong proficiency in MS Office tools

Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Data management capabilities

Job description

Department: Procurement

Role Description

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, quoting, and purchasing mainly custom-manufactured components based on engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements. This role ensures that all purchased items meet quality, cost, and delivery expectations while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and supporting cross‑functional teams such as Engineering, Quality, and Production.

Main Responsibilities:

• Review engineering drawings, CAD models, BOMs, and technical specifications to determine material, manufacturing processes, and supplier requirements.
• Analyzing purchase proposals generated by the MRP, setting priorities, and coordinating with suppliers to obtain order confirmations.
• Evaluating and managing change requests related to customer demand (advances, delays, cancellations).
• Monitoring and updating delivery dates in the company’s management system.
• Supporting the SQE in handling returns for non‑compliant materials.
• Negotiating prices and purchasing conditions with local and global suppliers.

Requirements:

• Strong proficiency in MS Office tools (with a focus on Excel).
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems
• Previous experience in similar activities is preferred
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and data management capabilities.
• Experience in purchasing custom parts based on engineering drawings or technical specs.

Reporting Line: Custom Components Team Leader