Sr. Buyer

Avtron Power Solutions; Cleveland Heights (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Avtron Power Solutions, a leader in power testing solutions, is seeking a Senior Buyer in Cleveland, OH. The role focuses on strategic procurement, supplier negotiations, and ensuring timely acquisition of materials for manufacturing and operations.

The Senior Buyer will lead the procurement team, optimize costs, mentor colleagues, and drive KPI reporting. A strong background in supply chain management and SAP is preferred, with 5+ years in procurement within manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• 5+ years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SAP is preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead procurement initiatives and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Procurement Team and manage supplier relationships.
• Run MRP processes and manage purchase requests.
• Negotiate with suppliers and monitor cost efficiencies.
• Maintain KPI metrics and participate in leadership projects.
• Set up new items in SAP and manage supplier onboarding.
• Resolve discrepancies in pricing and on-time payments.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

SAP knowledge

Inventory management

Production planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

CPSM/CIPS certification (plus)

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Job description

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Sr. Buyer

Supply Chain Full Time Professional Cleveland, OH, US

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