Senior Operational Buyer (Edwards Vacuum)

Edwards Vacuum LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 79,530 - 99,420; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Variable Compensation Bonus

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Training and Development

Parental Leave

Disability Benefits

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum LLC in Buffalo, NY, seeks an experienced Procurement Leader to manage end-to-end operational procurement for PC Genesee manufacturing, ensuring uninterrupted material supply and strong supplier performance within a lean production environment.

You will lead a team of Operational Buyers, drive supplier development, manage SAP-based procurement activities, and partner with planning, engineering, and quality to cut costs and improve delivery reliability.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing procurement or a supply chain environment.
• Experience in direct and indirect procurement (hybrid responsibility).
• Strong SAP MM knowledge in MRP-driven environments.
• Advanced understanding of lean manufacturing principles and supply chain optimization.
• Experience working with global suppliers in electronics, mechanical, and industrial components.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex supply disruptions.
• Proven experience in supplier performance management and development.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-mix, high-urgency production environment.
• This role supports end-to-end procurement activities for PC Genesee manufacturing operations, including both direct materials and indirect goods/services.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational purchasing activities for direct and indirect materials to ensure uninterrupted supply to production cells.
• Develop and implement supplier performance improvement plans (OTD, lead time, flexibility, buffer strategy, freight optimization).
• Act as primary escalation point for critical supplier issues impacting production continuity.
• Lead regular business reviews with strategic suppliers and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify supply risks (capacity, quality, logistics, financial) and implement mitigation plans.
• Drive reduction of supplier lead times and improve responsiveness to production demand changes.
• Ensure compliance with global procurement policies, SAP processes, and internal control requirements.
• Coordinate with planning and production teams to align procurement execution with production schedules.
• Manage supplier onboarding, development, and performance evaluation activities.
• Resolve complex invoicing, pricing, and payment discrepancies in collaboration with finance.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) by ensuring material readiness with minimum disruption and obsolescence risk.
• Lead and mentor Operational Buyers, ensuring consistent execution across purchasing activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes (automation, digital tools, standard work).

Skills

SAP MM experience

Lean manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP MM

Job description

Overview

Location: Buffalo, NY | Be part of an exciting journey as we prepare for production at our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP). Edwards Genesee location address: 6685 Crosby Rd Basom, NY 14013. Salary Range: $79,530 - $99,420. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.

This role leads and manages end-to-end operational procurement activities for PC Genesee manufacturing operations, ensuring uninterrupted material supply to production lines while maximizing service level, supplier performance, and total cost efficiency. It leads and develops a team of Operational Buyers and serves as the key interface between suppliers, planning, engineering, and manufacturing teams in a lean manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational purchasing activities for direct and indirect materials to ensure uninterrupted supply to production cells.
• Develop and implement supplier performance improvement plans (OTD, lead time, flexibility, buffer strategy, freight optimization).
• Act as primary escalation point for critical supplier issues impacting production continuity.
• Lead regular business reviews with strategic suppliers and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify supply risks (capacity, quality, logistics, financial) and implement mitigation plans.
• Drive reduction of supplier lead times and improve responsiveness to production demand changes.
• Ensure compliance with global procurement policies, SAP processes, and internal control requirements.
• Coordinate with planning and production teams to align procurement execution with production schedules.
• Manage supplier onboarding, development, and performance evaluation activities.
• Resolve complex invoicing, pricing, and payment discrepancies in collaboration with finance.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) by ensuring material readiness with minimum disruption and obsolescence risk.
• Lead and mentor Operational Buyers, ensuring consistent execution across purchasing activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes (automation, digital tools, standard work).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing procurement or a supply chain environment.
• Experience in both direct and indirect procurement (hybrid responsibility).
• Strong SAP MM knowledge and experience in MRP-driven environments.
• Advanced understanding of lean manufacturing principles and supply chain optimization.
• Experience working with global suppliers in electronics, mechanical, and industrial components.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex supply disruptions.
• Proven experience in supplier performance management and development.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-mix, high-urgency production environment.
• This role supports end-to-end procurement activities for PC Genesee manufacturing operations, including both direct materials and indirect goods/services.
• Key responsibilities include: Managing supplier performance and supply continuity across assigned commodities; Executing procurement activities in SAP, including PO management, delivery tracking, and expediting; Supporting indirect purchasing categories such as MRO, tooling, logistics, and facility services; Coordinating with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Production, and Finance teams; Supporting NPI, supplier qualification, inventory optimization, and risk mitigation activities; Participating in global procurement alignment and continuous improvement initiatives across the Edwards and Atlas Copco network.

Applicants and Compliance

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Physical Demands

This role is generally sedentary, involving primarily desk-based tasks in a controlled indoor environment.

Sitting/Stationary Positioning: Remains in a seated position continually or almost continually (about 60% of the time).

Hand and Finger Use/Dexterity: Uses hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls occasionally to moderately (e.g., typing, filing), with repetitive motions continually for about 33% of workers; near vision required for close-range details.

Moving Objects: Occasionally moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds across the office, such as files or equipment.

Standing/Walking: Occasionally traverses short distances or remains in an upright stationary position for brief periods.

Bending/Twisting/Reaching: Minimal; positions self to access low or high areas infrequently.

Other Environmental Factors: Works in moderate noise levels with constant contact with others; no significant exposure to hazards.

Benefits Summary

Annual Variable Compensation Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Floating Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training and Development, Parental Leave, Disability Benefits, Life and AD&D Insurance.

About Edwards

Edwards is a leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated vacuum products, exhaust management systems and related value-added services. Edwards solutions are integral to manufacturing processes for semiconductors, flat panel displays, LEDs and solar cells. They are also used within a diverse range of industrial processes including power, glass and other coating applications; steel and other metallurgy; pharmaceutical and chemical; and for scientific instruments in a wide range of R&D applications.

Edwards has over 4,000 employees worldwide engaged in the design, manufacture and support of high technology vacuum and exhaust management equipment. Edwards has state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Europe, Asia and North America.