Senior Buyer - Hybrid (Oregon) | Inventory & Cost Optimizer

A-dec Inc.; Newberg (OR); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A-dec Inc. in Newberg, Oregon is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead material sourcing for manufacturing. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure availability, negotiate with suppliers, and analyze data to implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining lean inventory.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to build partnerships with internal teams and external suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 5-7 years of material purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and cost-management skills.
• Ability to analyze cost drivers and develop savings strategies.
• Experience with supplier qualification and audits a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure materials, supplies, and services are available to meet production needs.
• Coordinate cross-functional input and supplier information for procurement decisions.
• Develop and implement processes to reduce inventory and improve cost performance.
• Research potential vendors and establish sources for materials.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

MS Office

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A-dec Inc. in Newberg, Oregon is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead material sourcing for manufacturing. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure availability, negotiate with suppliers, and analyze data to implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining lean inventory.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to build partnerships with internal teams and external suppliers.