Senior Buyer - 1390

Ecore Athletic; Ozark (AL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in performance surfaces is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement activities. This hybrid role involves ensuring timely delivery of materials, optimizing inventory levels, and enhancing supplier performance. Join us in our mission to reduce rubber waste while enjoying competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage

401(k) with a company match

Immediate PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for professional development

Accessible location with public transportation options

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain operations.
• Experience with Drop Shipments and International Procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of materials ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve procurement-related issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement with production needs.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Epicor

Job description

At Ecore, we transform reclaimed materials into performance surfaces that manage energy and improve people's lives. Why does it matter? Because we believe innovative surfaces have the power to help people in motion be their strongest, healthiest selves, and innovative businesses can help protect the planet we share.

We are excited to welcome a Senior Buyer. This is a hybrid position (2 days in the office and 3 days remote) based in either our York or Lancaster, PA, plants or our Ozark, AL plant.

Join us in our mission to rid the world of rubber waste!

Position Summary

The Senior Operational Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of direct and indirect materials, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and supplier performance. This role supports operational procurement functions, including purchase order management, supplier coordination, and process improvements. The Senior Operational Buyer collaborates closely with internal stakeholders, including production, planning, and quality teams, to maintain an efficient supply chain and resolve procurement-related issues.

Overall Objective of Role

The primary goal is to ensure the seamless procurement and availability of materials to support manufacturing operations. This involves maintaining supply continuity, optimizing inventory levels, and enhancing procurement processes for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and supplier performance. The Senior Operational Buyer plays a key role in aligning procurement activities with production needs while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Execute procurement activities, including issuing purchase orders (POs), managing order confirmations, changes, and expediting deliveries.
2. Monitor supplier performance and take corrective actions as needed to maintain service levels and quality standards.
3. Work closely with internal teams to align procurement activities with production schedules and inventory requirements.
4. Support supplier qualification, onboarding, and continuous improvement initiatives.
5. Identify and implement process efficiencies to enhance procurement operations.
6. Collaborate with finance to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure proper cost allocation.
7. Maintain procurement records, supplier contracts, and ensure compliance with company policies.
8. Analyze procurement data and provide insights on supplier performance and procurement trends.
9. Assist in material planning activities to ensure optimal inventory levels and avoid production disruptions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

1. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
2. At least 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
3. Experience with Drop Shipments and International Procurement.
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
5. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite; Epicor experience is a plus.
6. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
7. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
8. Knowledge of procurement best practices, supplier management, and cost analysis.
9. This is a hybrid role that can be located at one of our manufacturing facilities.

What We Offer You

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage
• 401(k) with a company match
• Immediate PTO accrual
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional development
• Accessible location with public transportation options from Red Rose Transit Authority

Ecore International is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

We participate in the E-Verify program, verifying the employment eligibility of all new hires as required by federal law.