Strategic Manufacturing Buyer: Supply Chain & Procurement

Plasser American Corp; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 80h per year

10 paid holidays per year

401(k) match up to 6%

Merit bonus after audit

Tuition Reimbursement

Short and Long Term Disability

Life Insurance – 2x annual salary

Company events

Medical and dental coverage

Job summary

Plasser American Corp in Chesapeake, Virginia seeks a Manufacturing Buyer Level I to manage day-to-day supplier relationships, process purchase orders, and optimize cost while maintaining quality and delivery.

You will source materials, negotiate contracts, handle backorders, and contribute to continuous improvement, with requirements of a Bachelor’s in a related field and 3+ years buying experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a related field from a four-year college or university or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three+ years buyer experience in a manufacturing organization.
• Comprehensive understanding of purchasing concepts and supply chain management functions.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage supplier relationships.
• Proficient computer skills with ERP systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• As a Manufacturing Buyer Level I, manage day-to-day supplier relationships and ordering processes.
• Communicate demand, volume, and delivery requirements; resolve issues and backorders.
• Research items for price verification and supplier qualifications.
• Source materials and negotiate contracts to minimize cost while ensuring quality and lead time.
• Expedite orders, handle discrepancies, and participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Buyer experience

Supply chain management

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP LX

MRP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Plasser American Corp in Chesapeake, Virginia seeks a Manufacturing Buyer Level I to manage day-to-day supplier relationships, process purchase orders, and optimize cost while maintaining quality and delivery.

You will source materials, negotiate contracts, handle backorders, and contribute to continuous improvement, with requirements of a Bachelor’s in a related field and 3+ years buying experience.