Strategic Sourcing & Purchasing Specialist

ARx; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ARx is seeking a Full Time Buyer to maintain pricing, terms, and contracts for raw materials, MRO items, and services. You will use MRP data to plan orders, negotiate cost reductions, and ensure on‑time delivery while minimizing inventory.

You will collaborate with R&D and ensure supplier qualification and compliance across certificates. The role requires a degree in business or related field, strong communication, ERP proficiency (preferably Oracle), and a results‑oriented approach to drive

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business, purchasing, supply chain management, technical or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communications.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
• Results-oriented with demonstrated impact on business.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing operations and related processes.
• Superior interpersonal skills for working with colleagues and suppliers.
• Ability to work independently or in teams and make timely decisions.

Responsibilities

• Place and modify purchase orders and contracts for raw materials, capital equipment, services, MRO items, and indirect materials.
• Perform material planning using orders, forecasts, production schedules, lead times and inventory levels.
• Negotiate pricing, quality, and cost improvements with suppliers and identify new sources.
• Support R&D with supplier information and product samples for development programs.
• Ensure materials come from approved suppliers with viable supply chains.
• Maintain supplier documentation and certificates.
• Research supplier sources and provide technical assistance.
• Coordinate supplier certificates and Hold Harmless documentation as needed.
• Maintain ERP data on pricing, lead times, MOQ, shelf life, and credits/replacements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and drive supplier performance via scorecards.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Decision making

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business, purchasing, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

ARx is seeking a Full Time Buyer to maintain pricing, terms, and contracts for raw materials, MRO items, and services. You will use MRP data to plan orders, negotiate cost reductions, and ensure on‑time delivery while minimizing inventory.

You will collaborate with R&D and ensure supplier qualification and compliance across certificates. The role requires a degree in business or related field, strong communication, ERP proficiency (preferably Oracle), and a results‑oriented approach to drive