Strategic Procurement Buyer

Valco Melton; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation and personal time

401(k) with employer match

Profit-sharing program

Paid parental leave

Employer-paid life insurance

Free short-term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Free on-site fitness center

Job summary

Valco Melton is seeking a Buyer to join the Purchasing group at our world headquarters in Cincinnati. The Buyer will evaluate suppliers, issue and manage purchase orders, analyze cost and delivery performance, and proactively resolve supply-chain disruptions.

This role collaborates with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure materials are available and cost-effective. Applicants should be organized, self-driven, and able to self-manage, with 3–5 years’ purchasing experience in manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field; professional certification preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and cost structures for machined, fabricated, and engineered components.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical skills for cost evaluation and supplier performance assessment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration to negotiate with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and procurement for engineered and commercial components (machined parts, electrical components, castings, sheet metal, injection-molded parts).
• Evaluate, select, and develop suppliers; make sourcing decisions based on cost, quality, delivery, and fit.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery; analyze quotes and cost drivers to achieve best-value sourcing.
• Oversee purchase orders and supplier performance; ensure adherence to commitments and supply continuity.
• Serve as primary supplier contact; resolve delivery, quality, and invoicing issues; mitigate disruptions.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to support lifecycle needs and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Communication

Multitasking

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related discipline

ISM/APICS certification

Tools

AS400 ERP

Job description

Valco Melton is seeking a Buyer to join the Purchasing group at our world headquarters in Cincinnati. The Buyer will evaluate suppliers, issue and manage purchase orders, analyze cost and delivery performance, and proactively resolve supply-chain disruptions.

This role collaborates with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure materials are available and cost-effective. Applicants should be organized, self-driven, and able to self-manage, with 3–5 years’ purchasing experience in manufacturing