Sr. Buyer

Lincoln Electric; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric is seeking a Lead Procurement professional to drive material sourcing for Panel Build Operations in Plymouth, MI. You will partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, and Manufacturing to secure materials, manage supplier performance, and maintain schedules that meet project deadlines.

The role emphasizes strong BOM knowledge, ERP/MRP proficiency, and advanced Excel skills, along with a track record of cost reduction and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience in manufacturing or automation.
• Experience managing supplier relationships, negotiations, sourcing activities, and material expediting.
• Strong understanding of BOMs, manufacturing processes, inventory management, and material planning concepts.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing changing business requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred; 5+ years equivalent experience will be considered.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, or equivalent supply chain certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own procurement execution for Panel Build projects, including purchase order placement, supplier management, expediting, and issue resolution.
• Manage supplier relationships for assigned commodities and vendors, monitoring performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams to resolve material discrepancies, engineering changes, and schedule impacts.
• Partner closely with the Panel Build Supply Chain Supervisor to ensure uninterrupted material flow, timely shortage resolution, and accurate demand planning.
• Monitor project material requirements and proactively expedite critical components to support production schedules and on-time customer deliveries.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through safety stock recommendations, and supplier recovery plans.
• Review and maintain ERP purchasing data, supplier information, pricing, lead times, and planning parameters to ensure data accuracy.
• Support inventory optimization initiatives by aligning procurement activities with project demand, inventory targets, and working capital objectives.
• Provide procurement support for overflow activities related to non-Panel Build projects and other company purchasing requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on supplier performance, purchasing processes, inventory management, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain supplier forecasts, communicate requirement changes, and coordinate recovery plans when schedules are at risk.
• Prepare reports and metrics related to supplier delivery performance, purchase order status, shortages, and procurement effectiveness.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

BOMs

Inventory planning

ERP/MRP

Advanced Excel

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

5+ years equivalent experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Plymouth - 46247
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Supply Management/Purchasing
Pay Range: $67,432.14 - $96,331.63
Target Bonus: 5%
Req ID:30298

Position Summary

Lead procurement activities supporting Panel Build Operations, ensuring materials, components, and services are sourced, and delivered to meet project schedules, quality expectations, and cost objectives. Serve as the primary procurement partner to the Supply Chain Supervisor, Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams. Drive supplier performance, manage supply risk, and support material availability for Panel Build projects while providing procurement support for additional automation and non-Panel Build projects as required.

Core Responsibilities

• Own procurement execution for all Panel Build projects, including purchase order placement, supplier management, expediting, and issue resolution.
• Manage supplier relationships for assigned commodities and vendors, monitoring performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams to resolve material discrepancies, engineering changes, and schedule impacts.
• Partner closely with the Panel Build Supply Chain Supervisor to ensure uninterrupted material flow, timely shortage resolution, and accurate demand planning.
• Monitor project material requirements and proactively expedite critical components to support production schedules and on-time customer deliveries.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through safety stock recommendations, and supplier recovery plans.
• Review and maintain ERP purchasing data, supplier information, pricing, lead times, and planning parameters to ensure data accuracy.
• Support inventory optimization initiatives by aligning procurement activities with project demand, inventory targets, and working capital objectives.
• Provide procurement support for overflow activities related to non-Panel Build projects and other company purchasing requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on supplier performance, purchasing processes, inventory management, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain supplier forecasts, communicate requirement changes, and coordinate recovery plans when schedules are at risk.
• Prepare reports and metrics related to supplier delivery performance, purchase order status, shortages, and procurement effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing, automation, or project-based production environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing supplier relationships, negotiations, sourcing activities, and material expediting.
• Strong understanding of Bills of Material (BOMs), manufacturing processes, inventory management, and material planning concepts.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing changing business requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred; 5+ years equivalent experience will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous electronic component / electromechanical component sourcing
• APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, or equivalent supply chain certification.

Role is primarily office-based with regular interaction in engineering, operations, warehouse, and receiving areas. Position requires frequent collaboration with suppliers, project teams, and operations personnel to support material availability and project execution. Adherence to all company safety policies and procedures is required.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Detroit
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