Strategic Buyer: Materials & Supplier Management

Adhesives Research; Glen Rock (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adhesives Research in Glen Rock, PA seeks a Full Time Buyer to manage purchase orders, pricing, contracts, and supplier relations. You will plan material needs, source reliable suppliers, and coordinate with internal teams to meet on-time delivery and quality standards.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, negotiation, and continued process improvements within a manufacturing environment. Strong communication and ERP experience are key assets for success.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in business, purchasing, supply chain, or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Experience with ERP systems (prefer Oracle) and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain purchase order pricing, terms, contracts, and supplier relationships.
• Perform material planning analyses using orders, forecasts, and schedules.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and cost reductions with suppliers.
• Coordinate with R&D and QA to ensure suitable materials and samples.
• Ensure supplier documentation and approved status; maintain supplier scorecards.
• Support change controls and supplier-related audits; manage ERP data quality.
• Resolve supplier issues, credits, or replacements; ensure on-time delivery.
• Comply with safety regulations and internal supplier policies.
• Provide data-driven insights to improve supply chain performance.

Skills

Negotiation analysis

ERP systems (Oracle)

Procurement

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Decision making

Manufacturing processes

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in business or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Adhesives Research in Glen Rock, PA seeks a Full Time Buyer to manage purchase orders, pricing, contracts, and supplier relations. You will plan material needs, source reliable suppliers, and coordinate with internal teams to meet on-time delivery and quality standards.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, negotiation, and continued process improvements within a manufacturing environment. Strong communication and ERP experience are key assets for success.