Strategic Buyer — Global Sourcing & DBE Programs

meppi; Alliance (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

meppi in Alliance, PA seeks a Procurement Specialist to source materials for production, negotiate terms, and manage supplier performance across manufacturing and services.

The role includes DBE administration, supplier qualification, and scorecard reporting, with occasional travel to supplier sites to resolve quality and delivery issues in collaboration with MELCO and MEPPI Quality Departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field with 5+ years in purchasing.
• Experience in technical/industrial sourcing and supplier management.
• Strong negotiation and contract interpretation abilities.
• MS Office and ERP/MRP system experience.

Responsibilities

• Source and qualify suppliers based on quality, price and delivery.
• Negotiate terms and conditions for materials and services.
• Monitor supplier performance and expedites orders as needed.
• Maintain supplier records and participate in supplier scorecards.
• Travel to supplier locations to resolve quality and delivery issues.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Negotiation skills

Contract interpretation

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/engineering

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

meppi in Alliance, PA seeks a Procurement Specialist to source materials for production, negotiate terms, and manage supplier performance across manufacturing and services.

The role includes DBE administration, supplier qualification, and scorecard reporting, with occasional travel to supplier sites to resolve quality and delivery issues in collaboration with MELCO and MEPPI Quality Departments.