Senior Buyer

Ingersoll Rand; Mocksville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand is seeking a Senior Buyer in Mocksville, NC to manage procurement for production, inventory, and MRO materials. The role focuses on meeting production schedules, supplier onboarding, and maintaining optimal inventory levels.

Strong ERP, planning, and sourcing skills are essential. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in planner/buyer roles within manufacturing, with experience in low‑volume, high‑mix environments and excellent collaboration across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 5+ years of Planner/Buyer experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting low‑volume, high‑mix manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of supplier networks, sourcing practices, and supplier capabilities.
• Experience with production planning, material planning, and supplier scheduling.
• Proficient in ERP systems (Oracle R12) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage timely and cost-effective procurement of production, inventory, and MRO materials.
• Review material requirements and coordinate supplier deliveries to meet production schedules.
• Select and onboard suppliers in accordance with approved sourcing and planning processes.
• Maintain inventory targets, safety stock levels, and planning parameters within ERP systems.
• Support Material Planners in resolving supplier quality, delivery, and supply issues.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for shortages and disruptions.
• Identify cost savings, inventory optimization, and cash flow improvements with suppliers.
• Manage Kanban, supplier replenishment programs, and inventory replenishment strategies.
• Expedite critical material deliveries and maintain continuity of supply.
• Partner with production planning to resolve material shortages and delivery constraints.
• Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues when necessary.
• Analyze material availability and capacity constraints to support planning decisions.
• Maintain lead times, item master data, and planning parameters within ERP.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Inventory management

Negotiation

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle R12 ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Buyer

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

BH Job ID: 5440

SF Job Req ID: 21186

Title: Senior Buyer

Location: Mocksville, NC

Responsibilities

• Manage the timely and cost-effective procurement of production, inventory, and MRO materials.
• Review material requirements and coordinate supplier deliveries to meet production schedules.
• Select and onboard suppliers in accordance with approved sourcing and planning processes.
• Maintain inventory targets, safety stock levels, and material planning parameters, including ABC classifications and PFEP data.
• Support Material Planners in resolving supplier quality, delivery, and supply issues.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for material shortages and supply disruptions.
• Identify cost savings, inventory optimization, and cash flow improvement opportunities with suppliers.
• Manage Kanban, supplier replenishment programs, and inventory replenishment strategies.
• Expedite critical material deliveries and maintain continuity of supply.
• Partner with production planning to resolve material shortages and delivery constraints.
• Monitor supplier performance and escal ate issues when necessary.
• Analyze material availability and capacity constraints to support planning decisions.
• Maintain accurate lead times, item master data, and planning parameters within ERP systems.
• Manage VMI/SOMI programs and coordinate with cross‑functional teams to meet business objectives.
• Communicate forecasts, replenishment plans, and performance expectations to suppliers.
• Drive continuous improvement in supplier delivery, flexibility, and overall performance.

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of products, materials, specifications, and component substitutions.
• Understanding of quality requirements, engineering changes, and certification processes.
• Strong knowledge of supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, and supply chain operations.
• Experience with Kanban, JIT, and inventory replenishment methodologies.
• Strong collaboration skills with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and self‑motivated with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem‑solving, multitasking, and prioritization skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of Planner/Buyer experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting low‑volume, high‑mix manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of supplier networks, sourcing practices, and supplier capabilities.
• Experience with production planning, material planning, and supplier scheduling.
• Proficient in Oracle R12 ERP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP, and Lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to provide guidance, training, and support to team members as needed.

Preferences

• Centrifugal compressor industry experience preferred.
• Continuous Improvement/Lean manufacturing background with a demonstrated record of driving results.
• Experience in rate‑based, flowline, and job shop manufacturing environments.
• Experience utilizing visual management tools and systems to support operational excellence.

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well‑being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology‑driven excellence in mission‑critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.