Strategic Category Buyer — Manufacturing & Construction

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous retirement plan with 401(k) +

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Life insurance and disability coverage

Weekly pay

Employee referral program

Job summary

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is seeking a Category Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement activities and help maintain project timelines by ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment.

You will work closely with engineering, project management, manufacturing, and construction leadership across North America. The role requires an Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field and a minimum of two years in procurement or a similar

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation, communication, and commercial skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills with ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Knowledge of SRM principles, including supplier performance measurement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Epicor ERP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Use Epicor ERP to manage procurement activities, including vendor quotations, PO creation, shipment tracking, receiving updates, and documentation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with national and local suppliers.
• Source materials to support project requirements while identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, shop personnel, and field teams.
• Manage returns and credits with vendors, invoicing, and shop/field staff.
• Act as a liaison across project teams to align material deliveries with schedules.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Purchasing Manager.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Vendor management

SRM knowledge

Epicor ERP

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is seeking a Category Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement activities and help maintain project timelines by ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment.

You will work closely with engineering, project management, manufacturing, and construction leadership across North America. The role requires an Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field and a minimum of two years in procurement or a similar