Sr. Buyer - Electro-Mechanical Products

W3Global; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a Senior Buyer for Electro-Mechanical Products to develop procurement strategies for precision components and commodities. The role involves managing supplier performance, creating POs, and ensuring on-time delivery while supporting AS9100/ISO 9001 compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, strong MRP/ERP skills, and a proven track record in cost reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience purchasing precision electro-mechanical components or commodities preferred.
• Strong experience with MRP and/or ERP systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX is a plus.
• Strong supplier management, negotiation, and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for electro-mechanical products and components.
• Create and manage purchase orders, including quantities, pricing, and supplier delivery dates.
• Maintain accurate open purchase order lines and monitor inbound material requirements.
• Manage supplier performance, including on-time delivery and quality metrics.
• Drive supplier corrective actions and resolve quality, delivery, and process deficiencies.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and procurement strategies to achieve the best total landed cost.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while supporting cost management objectives.
• Analyze and manage MRP data to support production and purchasing requirements.
• Partner with internal teams to expedite purchase requisitions and resolve supply chain issues.
• Identify and source alternative suppliers when necessary.
• Escalate supply chain disruptions, order discrepancies, and contract-related issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving opportunities.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other internal teams.
• Support purchasing processes and documentation required for AS9100 and ISO 9001 compliance.
• Manage purchasing activities involving EDI platforms, import logistics, and international commercial terms.
• Travel internationally as required.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Contract management

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Reading blueprints

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Incoterms knowledge

Import logistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

EDI platforms

ERP systems

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Buyer - Electro-Mechanical Products is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for precision electro-mechanical components and commodities. This role manages supplier performance, purchasing activities, inventory levels, cost reduction initiatives, and supply chain disruptions while supporting quality and compliance requirements, including AS9100 standards.

Job Overview

The Senior Buyer - Electro-Mechanical Products is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for precision electro-mechanical components and commodities. This role manages supplier performance, purchasing activities, inventory levels, cost reduction initiatives, and supply chain disruptions while supporting quality and compliance requirements, including AS9100 standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for electro-mechanical products and components.
• Create and manage purchase orders, including quantities, pricing, and supplier delivery dates.
• Maintain accurate open purchase order lines and monitor inbound material requirements.
• Manage supplier performance, including on-time delivery and quality metrics.
• Drive supplier corrective actions and resolve quality, delivery, and process deficiencies.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and procurement strategies to achieve the best total landed cost.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while supporting cost management objectives.
• Analyze and manage MRP data to support production and purchasing requirements.
• Partner with internal teams to expedite purchase requisitions and resolve supply chain issues.
• Identify and source alternative suppliers when necessary.
• Escalate supply chain disruptions, order discrepancies, and contract-related issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other internal teams.
• Support purchasing processes and documentation required for AS9100 and ISO 9001 compliance.
• Manage purchasing activities involving EDI platforms, import logistics, and international commercial terms.
• Travel internationally as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience purchasing precision electro-mechanical components or commodities preferred.
• Strong experience with MRP and/or ERP systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX is a plus.
• Strong supplier management, negotiation, and contract management skills.
• Experience with supplier performance metrics, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of inventory management and supply chain operations.
• Understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of EDI purchasing platforms.
• Understanding of import logistics and International Commercial Terms (Incoterms).
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• CPM or CPIM certification is preferred.