Technical Buyer: Machining & Fabrication

JR Automation; Nashville (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical benefits from day one

Paid parental leave

Unique automation projects

Collaborative engineering-driven env.

Career growth

Craftsmanship and quality focus

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks a Machine & Fabrication Technical Buyer in Nashville, TN or Holland, MI. Apply your machining and fabrication expertise to guide sourcing decisions and mentor others on make-vs-buy and supplier capabilities.

Join a collaborative, engineering-driven environment with opportunities to work on unique automation projects and advance your career while traveling up to 10% to supplier locations and JR facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required; manufacturing or fabrication experience desirable.
• Strong knowledge of machining and fabrication processes (machining, welding, sheet metal, structural fabrication).
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or project-based environments.
• Experience working with suppliers on technical manufacturing requirements.
• ERP systems experience; Epicor preferred.
• Experience supporting lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical SME in machining and fabrication, guiding part design and supplier capabilities.
• Evaluate and improve the machining/fabrication supplier base based on capabilities and quality.
• Assist with make vs. buy decisions using internal capabilities and external suppliers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on timelines, constraints, and technical requirements.
• Apply manufacturing expertise to project bills of materials and sourcing decisions.
• Support material expediting and resolve manufacturing challenges with suppliers and teams.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships through technical discussions and shop visits.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms as needed.
• Coordinate with Commodity and Strategic Purchasing on sourcing strategy.

Skills

Engineering background

Manufacturing experience

Supply chain knowledge

Excellent communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Epicor ERP

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks a Machine & Fabrication Technical Buyer in Nashville, TN or Holland, MI. Apply your machining and fabrication expertise to guide sourcing decisions and mentor others on make-vs-buy and supplier capabilities.

Join a collaborative, engineering-driven environment with opportunities to work on unique automation projects and advance your career while traveling up to 10% to supplier locations and JR facilities.