Strategic Buyer: Materials, Negotiations & Optimization

Exyte; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Exyte US, Inc. in Oregon is seeking a Buyer to manage strategic and tactical procurement of raw materials, engineered components and services to support production.

You will lead supplier negotiations, optimize costs, and ensure 100% material availability through effective inventory planning. The role requires 3–5 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, proficiency with SAP or Infor LN, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems Infor LN and SAP a plus; Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).
• Certifications: APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Identify and qualify new suppliers to ensure cost-effective and reliable sources. Manage the full PO lifecycle from creation and acknowledgement through closure and invoice reconciliation.
• Negotiation & Contracting: Lead negotiations for pricing, payment terms, and Service Agreements.
• Production Alignment: Analyze MRP requirements to generate and release purchase orders; coordinate with Production Planning to prevent stockouts.
• Supplier Performance: Manage supplier relationships through regular performance reviews and scorecards, focusing on On-Time Delivery (OTD) and quality; resolve NCIs/SCARs and build long-term partnerships.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with production planning to prevent shortages or excessive stock.
• Problem Resolution: Resolve NCRs and invoice discrepancies by working with Quality and Accounts Payable teams.
• Systems & Compliance: SME for ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Infor LN), maintaining accurate master data and purchasing records; ensure procurement activities comply with ISO/AS9100.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Inventory optimization

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Infor LN

SAP

Excel

Job description

Exyte US, Inc. in Oregon is seeking a Buyer to manage strategic and tactical procurement of raw materials, engineered components and services to support production.

You will lead supplier negotiations, optimize costs, and ensure 100% material availability through effective inventory planning. The role requires 3–5 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, proficiency with SAP or Infor LN, and strong Excel skills.