Strategic Purchasing Specialist

Encoder Products Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Long Term Disability

Job summary

Encoder Products Company in Northern Kentucky is seeking a Purchasing Agent to source materials, manage supplier relationships, and optimize cost, quality, and delivery to support manufacturing operations.

You will prepare orders, monitor inventory, and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to resolve material issues. This onsite role requires 3+ years in purchasing, a related degree, and a DOE salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of purchasing or procurement in ERP/MRP environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain preferred.
• Electronics or technical industry experience preferred.
• Professional purchasing certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage supply chain risks including lead times and availability.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with suppliers.
• Source and procure raw materials and components per company requirements.
• Evaluate supplier quotes, pricing, and delivery terms.
• Monitor forecasts, demand, and inventory levels to maintain targets.
• Prepare and maintain purchase orders for timely delivery.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to resolve issues.
• Maintain procurement records and ERP/MRP data.

Skills

Purchasing knowledge

ERP/MRP proficiency

Excel proficiency

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/supply chain

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Encoder Products Company in Northern Kentucky is seeking a Purchasing Agent to source materials, manage supplier relationships, and optimize cost, quality, and delivery to support manufacturing operations.

You will prepare orders, monitor inventory, and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to resolve material issues. This onsite role requires 3+ years in purchasing, a related degree, and a DOE salary.