Strategic Buyer - SAP/MRP for Manufacturing

Siemens; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Grand Prairie, Texas is seeking a Buyer to ensure raw material availability for the fabrication area to meet customer orders on time, while optimizing cost. The role involves managing MRP through SAP, coordinating purchases, and improving inventory accuracy.

You will collaborate with production, planning and customer service, follow up with vendors, and support cycle counts to maintain inventory targets and on-time delivery. A BS/BA and 3–5 years of purchasing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing with MRP.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office; able to forecast and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Manages MRP via SAP and places Purchase Orders with internal and external vendors.
• Reviews SAP master data including minimum order quantities, safety stocks, lead times, purchasing info records; provides forecasting as needed.
• Responsible for meeting inventory targets, delivery reliability and cost-saving initiatives for the site.
• GRIR discrepancies and late purchase order processing; resolves issues promptly.
• Collaborates with production, planning and customer service to fulfill customer requirements.
• Supports cycle count material quarter counts.
• Follow up with vendors for confirmation of shipment dates and pricing.

Skills

MRP experience

Vendor coordination

Microsoft Excel

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Siemens in Grand Prairie, Texas is seeking a Buyer to ensure raw material availability for the fabrication area to meet customer orders on time, while optimizing cost. The role involves managing MRP through SAP, coordinating purchases, and improving inventory accuracy.

You will collaborate with production, planning and customer service, follow up with vendors, and support cycle counts to maintain inventory targets and on-time delivery. A BS/BA and 3–5 years of purchasing experience are preferred.