Technical Buyer

YER USA; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VDL Industries Gainesville is seeking a Technical Buyer to connect engineering with the external supply chain for sourcing technically complex components used in high-performance systems.

You are an engineer with a commercial mindset, responsible for cost ownership on long-term projects and collaborating with Engineering, Production, and Quality to meet specifications and manufacturability. ISO 9001 experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing or technical procurement environment.
• Experience in semiconductor, aerospace, medical devices, or similar high-tech industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with domestic and international suppliers for long-term partnerships.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, lead times, contracts, and technical capabilities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality to align on specifications and manufacturability.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Source and manage suppliers for complex components (machining, sheet metal, plating/coating).
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze supplier markets and identify opportunities for cost and performance optimization.
• Manage contracts, pricing agreements, and ERP data accuracy.
• Contribute to supplier development and scaling of the high-tech supply chain.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

GD&T knowledge

Cost optimization

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

ERP systems familiarity

Communication skills

Organization skills

ISO 9001 experience

High-tech procurement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

VDL Industries Gainesville is part of VDL Groep, a global family-owned technology company with over 100 operating companies worldwide. What makes VDL unique is our turnkey approach: we design, manufacture, assemble, test, and sometimes even install complete high-tech systems for leading OEM customers.

At our U.S. facility, engineering and production are fully integrated under one roof. From cleanroom assembly to advanced machining and system integration, we work on complex, low-volume, high-precision projects that often run for years. You’ll be close to the product, close to the process—and able to see the direct impact of your work.

At the same time, you’ll be part of a stable, long-term oriented family company culture: informal, hands-on and highly collaborative, with a strong focus on craftsmanship and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

As a Technical Buyer, you connect engineering with the external supply chain. You are an engineer with a commercial mindset, responsible for sourcing and managing technically complex components that are critical to high-performance systems.

In this role, you work on long-term, high-value projects where supplier relationships, technical understanding, and cost ownership go hand in hand.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers, focused on long-term partnerships
• Lead negotiations on pricing, lead times, contracts, and technical capabilities
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality to align on specifications and manufacturability
• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Source and manage suppliers for complex components (machining, sheet metal, surface finishing such as plating/coating)
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiativesAnalyze supplier markets and identify opportunities for cost and performance optimization
• Manage contracts, pricing agreements, and ERP data accuracy
• Contribute to supplier development and scaling of the high-tech supply chain

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of manufacturing technologies (machining, fabrication, assembly)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Solid understanding of GD&T and quality requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience working in ISO 9001 or comparable quality environments
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving high-tech production environment
• Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing or technical procurement environment
• Experience in semiconductor, aerospace, medical devices, or similar high-tech industries is strongly preferred

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work on advanced, precision-driven systems at the edge of what’s technically possible
• Be part of a turnkey environment: from concept to fully built and tested systems
• Join a fast-growing U.S. site backed by a strong and stable global organization
• Informal, collaborative culture with short lines and real ownership
• Long-term projects where you build lasting supplier partnerships
• Attractive overall package with strong benefits and a healthy work environment