Strategic Materials Buyer — Drive Supply Chain Impact

IDEX Corporation; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEX Corporation in Ocala, FL is seeking a Buyer to source, negotiate, and purchase materials to meet operational needs. You will manage supplier relationships, monitor delivery performance, and coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Product Management. This on-site role requires strong urgency and communication skills.

The position reports to the Hale unit and emphasizes cross-functional collaboration to maintain material availability and a robust supply chain.

Qualifications

• Understanding of supply chain processes and procurement workflows.
• Experience using procurement software and ERP tooling.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable procurement decisions.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities including issuing purchase orders and expediting orders.
• Evaluate buy signals from MRP; familiarity with JDE is desirable.
• Review and update procurement policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand purchasing needs and resolve supply challenges.
• Analyze vendor performance and drive data-based supply chain decisions.

Skills

Supply chain knowledge

Procurement software

ERP systems

JDE experience

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MRP systems

ERP software

Job description

IDEX Corporation in Ocala, FL is seeking a Buyer to source, negotiate, and purchase materials to meet operational needs. You will manage supplier relationships, monitor delivery performance, and coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Product Management. This on-site role requires strong urgency and communication skills.

The position reports to the Hale unit and emphasizes cross-functional collaboration to maintain material availability and a robust supply chain.