Strategic Procurement Lead Senior Buyer

Ultralife Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultralife Corporation, a global leader in power solutions and electronics, seeks a Sr. Buyer in Houston, TX to coordinate procurement and supplier management. You will drive sourcing strategies, evaluate supplier quality, and manage vendor performance to meet production goals.

The role emphasizes supplier quality, cost effectiveness, and timely delivery, with experience in ERP/MRP systems and ISO procurement processes. A Bachelor’s degree and extensive manufacturing experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least five years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Experience with product data management and configuration management processes.
• ERP/MRP system user, preferably Syspro; strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily procurement activities to meet production schedules.
• Survey markets, negotiate favorable proposals and source best suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier performance on price, delivery, and service.
• Maintain supplier delivery data and manage open purchase orders.
• Lead vendor audits and ensure ISO procurement compliance.
• Maintain training/manual procedures for the procurement dept.

Skills

Supplier coordination

Vendor management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business / supply chain / manufacturing

Tools

Syspro ERP/MRP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ultralife Corporation, a global leader in power solutions and electronics, seeks a Sr. Buyer in Houston, TX to coordinate procurement and supplier management. You will drive sourcing strategies, evaluate supplier quality, and manage vendor performance to meet production goals.

The role emphasizes supplier quality, cost effectiveness, and timely delivery, with experience in ERP/MRP systems and ISO procurement processes. A Bachelor’s degree and extensive manufacturing experience are required.