Senior Buyer – High-Performance Auto Parts

JEGS Performance; Delaware (OH); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

JEGS Performance is seeking a Senior Buyer to evaluate new products, negotiate terms, and manage supplier relationships for high‑performance automotive parts. The role focuses on building a strong catalog and competitive pricing while ensuring on‑time delivery.

The ideal candidate has at least four years in automotive purchasing, knows how to forecast demand, and can collaborate with accounting, marketing and distribution. Some travel is expected, with a hybrid on-site Delaware location.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of purchasing experience in the automotive high-performance market.
• History of establishing professional partnerships with vendors.
• Strong time-management in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new products from vendors; negotiate pricing, terms, freight, stock adjustments and rebates.
• Grow sales through correct product assortment, pricing, availability and marketing programs.
• Catalog and web merchandising; maintain supplier relationships and account lines.
• Place P.O.s and manage inventory to maximize order fill and turnover.
• Monitor vendor performance for quality and accurate product descriptions.
• Analyze, forecast and interpret consumer trends.
• Collaborate with accounting, marketing, distribution and management.
• Minimal travel required.

Skills

Purchasing experience (4+ years)

Vendor partnerships

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JEGS Performance is seeking a Senior Buyer to evaluate new products, negotiate terms, and manage supplier relationships for high‑performance automotive parts. The role focuses on building a strong catalog and competitive pricing while ensuring on‑time delivery.

The ideal candidate has at least four years in automotive purchasing, knows how to forecast demand, and can collaborate with accounting, marketing and distribution. Some travel is expected, with a hybrid on-site Delaware location.