Sr. Buyer

ADP, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Avtron Power Solutions in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement activities for manufacturing and operations. You will negotiate with suppliers, maintain cost efficiency, and ensure quality standards while leading the procurement team.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in procurement, experience with SAP, and a strong understanding of MRP processes. This full-time role offers growth opportunities and hands-on leadership in a dynamic supply chain environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5+ years experience in procurement, preferably in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Procurement Team and coordinate with cross-functional groups.
• Run MRP minimum twice a week and manage supplier communications.
• Assist with purchase requests and mentor junior team members.
• Negotiate with suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and on-time delivery.
• Maintain supplier scorecards and lead weekly/bi-weekly/monthly supplier meetings.
• Expedite with suppliers and resolve shortages.
• Set up new items, pricing, and vendor details in SAP.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Multitasking

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

CPSM/CIPS certification is a plus

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Sr. Buyer

Supply Chain Full Time Professional Cleveland, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1133

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Founded in 1953 Avtron has a long history of manufacturing market leading power test solutions. Now with a global footprint and sales into some of the largest industrial projects, Avtron will continue to push the envelope of what's possible in the electrical test environment. Avtron Power Solutions manufacture and distribute market leading load bank solutions for mission critical applications. We have the largest portfolio in the industry and can meet the highest load testing standards with our intelligent SIGMA load bank control system.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Buyer manages procurement activities and ensure the timely acquisition of materials, products, and services necessary for manufacturing and operations. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for supplier negotiations, maintaining cost efficiency, and ensuring the highest quality standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of supply chain management, vendor relations, and procurement processes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

• Team Lead on the Procurement Team
• Run MRP minimum 2 times a week
  • Buy, Cancel & Deferred and Expedited messages for your assigned Suppliers
• Assistant with Purchase requests
• Mentor and Train Team Members
• Scorecard Management
• Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly meetings with Suppliers
• Expedite with suppliers
• Update Shortage Report for their supplier/components
• Supply Chain lead in Production meetings
• Set up new items by entering in buyer/vendor/safety stock/min/lead-times and pricing
• Send quote requests
• QC issue with suppliers will be managed in SAP - work with suppliers & QC to provide corrective actions when required
• Work with receiving and suppliers on any receiving issues
• Reconcile accounting issues and resolve discrepancies with quantity, pricing and on time payments
• KPI's
• Work on strategic projects
• Participate in leadership Projects
• Qualifying new suppliers - Work with QC to qualify
• Set up new suppliers in SAP
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members.
• Assist with additional tasks as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required).

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus.

Skills

• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in procurement and inventory management software (SAP experience preferred).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials planning.

Experience

• Minimum of 5+ years experience in procurement preferably in manufacturing environment, preferred 7-10
• Experience with SAP preferred but not required
• Experience with developing and implementing procurement strategy

Proficiency in using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word