Senior Buyer – Electro-Mechanical Products

Orionplacement; Beverly (MA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking an experienced Buyer/Procurement Manager in Beverly, MA for strategic purchasing of electro-mechanical products. You will influence cost, quality, and delivery by managing key suppliers and collaborating across engineering, operations, and quality teams.

The role requires a BSBA and 5+ years manufacturing purchasing experience, plus ERP/MRP proficiency. Hybrid work with on-site collaboration and some remote flexibility is included. Relocation encouragement noted.

Qualifications

• BSBA and 5+ years of manufacturing experience with purchasing/sourcing responsibilities.
• Experience with MRP or ERP systems (MRP/ERP) is important.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and supplier-management skills.
• Experience driving cost savings and process improvements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• International sourcing or logistics experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies for electro-mechanical products, components, and materials.
• Manage supplier performance across quality, delivery, pricing, lead times, and corrective actions.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and purchasing agreements to improve total landed cost.
• Maintain accurate purchase orders, quantities, delivery dates, and supplier commitments.
• Identify shortages and work with suppliers and internal teams to protect production schedules.
• Source and qualify alternative suppliers to reduce risk and strengthen supply continuity.
• Analyze MRP and ERP requirements to support purchasing and inventory decisions.
• Partner with engineering, quality, operations, and planning teams to resolve supplier issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to purchasing, cost reduction, inventory, and supplier performance.
• Maintain purchasing practices that support AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality requirements.
• Work with domestic and international suppliers and support travel when needed.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Cost savings

Process improvement

Multi-priority management

International sourcing

Quality standards

AS9100 familiarity

ISO 9001 familiarity

Education

BSBA

CPM

CPIM

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Job description

Pay: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take ownership of strategic purchasing for sophisticated electro-mechanical products in an advanced manufacturing environment
• Manage key suppliers and directly influence cost, quality, delivery, inventory, and production continuity
• Partner closely with engineering, operations, quality, and other cross-functional leaders
• Work with domestic and international suppliers while solving complex supply-chain challenges
• Join an established organization where your purchasing decisions have a visible impact on business performance
• Build your career in a highly technical manufacturing environment with opportunities to improve sourcing strategies and processes

Location

Hybrid opportunity based in Beverly, MA. This role requires regular on-site collaboration, with some flexibility to work remotely. Candidates open to relocating are encouraged to apply.

Note

Candidates must have a BSBA and 5+ years of manufacturing experience with meaningful purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supplier-management responsibilities. Experience with MRP or ERP systems is important for success in this role.

About Us

We are an established advanced manufacturing organization delivering precision-engineered products for demanding, mission-critical applications. Our team combines engineering excellence, manufacturing expertise, strong quality standards, and continuous improvement to serve sophisticated customers across high-performance industries. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies for electro-mechanical products, components, and materials
• Manage supplier performance across quality, delivery, pricing, lead times, and corrective actions
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and purchasing agreements to improve total landed cost
• Maintain accurate purchase orders, quantities, delivery dates, and supplier commitments
• Identify shortages and work proactively with suppliers and internal teams to protect production schedules
• Source and qualify alternative suppliers to reduce risk and strengthen supply continuity
• Analyze MRP and ERP requirements to support effective purchasing and inventory decisions
• Partner with engineering, quality, operations, and planning teams to resolve supplier and material issues
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to purchasing, cost reduction, inventory, and supplier performance
• Maintain purchasing practices that support applicable AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality requirements
• Work with domestic and international suppliers and support occasional travel when needed

Qualifications

• BSBA required
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience
• Strong purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supplier-management experience
• Experience using MRP or ERP systems
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier-management skills
• Experience driving cost savings and process improvements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 preferred
• International sourcing or logistics experience preferred
• CPM or CPIM certification preferred
• Microsoft Dynamics AX experience helpful

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have real ownership over purchasing decisions that impact production, customers, quality, and profitability. Our team values initiative, accountability, problem-solving, and collaboration, making this a strong opportunity for an experienced buyer who wants more influence and visibility within a sophisticated manufacturing organization.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance