Strategic Global Materials Buyer

CIRCOR International, Inc.; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CIRCOR International, Inc. in Monroe, NC seeks a procurement professional to manage sourcing in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Build strong relationships with a global team of commodity managers, buyers and suppliers to meet customer needs while achieving strategic and financial goals. You will analyze demand, manage MRP, create POs, expedite, issue RFQs, and drive cost savings through supplier selection and performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing or lean environments.
• Proficient with MRP systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of supplier evaluation and cost reduction strategies.
• Professional procurement certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze demand, forecasts and usage to develop make-to-order, stock-to-order and build-to-forecast plans.
• Manage MRP parameters to ensure supply pipeline and inventory availability.
• Create purchase orders; review open PO reports and resolve late shipments.
• Expedite material and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Attend production and project meetings to provide updates and actions.
• Maintain accurate supplier/item master data (UOM, lead times, prices).
• Prepare RFQs; analyze price, lead time, terms and technical specs.
• Partner with Global Supply Chain to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation

Demand planning

MRP / ERP experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related discipline

Tools

IFS ERP

MS Office

Excel

Job description

CIRCOR International, Inc. in Monroe, NC seeks a procurement professional to manage sourcing in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Build strong relationships with a global team of commodity managers, buyers and suppliers to meet customer needs while achieving strategic and financial goals. You will analyze demand, manage MRP, create POs, expedite, issue RFQs, and drive cost savings through supplier selection and performance reviews.