Strategic Procurement & Sourcing Specialist

Atlas Copco Group; Town of Saugerties (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of trust and accountability

Lifelong learning and career growth

Innovation powered by people

Comprehensive compensation including

Generous PTO

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group seeks a Buyer to purchase materials, equipment, and supplies for our Saugerties, NY operations. You will source vendors, negotiate terms, and ensure on-time delivery within budget while collaborating with production teams.

The role requires 2-3+ years purchasing experience, a BA or equivalent, strong vendor management, and excellent communication skills. On-site work with comprehensive benefits is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2-3+ years purchasing experience.
• Knowledge of Encompix/MRP/ERP system.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to interact with other members of the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials, products, equipment and supplies in accordance with company guidelines.
• Identify and resolve vendor-related problems regarding specifications, timing, quality, quantity and delivery of vendor products.
• Provide thorough communication between departments as required.
• Ability to negotiate with vendors for best price, quality and delivery of goods and services.
• Collaborate internally when necessary to obtain prices and specifications.
• May be required to review schedules to anticipate required materials, products, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist on expediting orders on critical materials and parts
• Monitor and maintain vendor consignment inventory including the recording/reporting of usage and backfill requirements.
• Update and maintain departmental records, database(s) and network files.
• Work independently with moderate supervision.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP/MRP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Encompix

ERP systems

Job description

Atlas Copco Group seeks a Buyer to purchase materials, equipment, and supplies for our Saugerties, NY operations. You will source vendors, negotiate terms, and ensure on-time delivery within budget while collaborating with production teams.

The role requires 2-3+ years purchasing experience, a BA or equivalent, strong vendor management, and excellent communication skills. On-site work with comprehensive benefits is provided.