Technical Purchaser

OERTZENGroup; Auburn (AL); In loco; USD 75.000 - 95.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive Base Salary + Annual Reten

Company-paid health insurance for EMP/

Company-paid dental & vision insurance

Company-paid Group Life Insurance & SD

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer 4

Health Savings Account option

Generous paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

OERTZENGroup is seeking a Technical Purchaser to join its expanding manufacturing operation in Auburn, Alabama. This on-site role concentrates on sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain coordination for the U.S.

subsidiary, collaborating with engineering, operations, and production teams. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering background with business knowledge, at least 3 years in a buying role within metals manufacturing, and strong negotiation and SAP/MS Office skills.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with business management knowledge.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a buyer in manufacturing or metals operations.
• Strong organizational, process-oriented and detail-driven work style.
• Negotiation experience to identify and secure cost savings.
• Experience with SAP and MS Office.

Mansioni

• Develop supplier network for raw materials, semi-finished parts and consumables.
• Lead RFQ processes and solicit multiple bids based on criteria from engineering, operations and production.
• Evaluate supplier quotes and negotiate cost savings; present recommendations to decision-makers.
• Forecast future material demand and plan accordingly.
• Create and release purchase orders; track orders through delivery and invoicing.
• Support supplier audits as needed.

Conoscenze

Negotiation

SAP

MS Office

German language (beneficial)

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with business management

Strumenti

SAP

MS Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Technical Purchaser

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

Our client seeks a Technical Purchaser to join the recent expansion of the manufacturing operation based in Auburn, AL. This role is responsible for coordinating all processes and activities related to sourcing, purchasing and supply chain for the U.S. subsidiary. The position is an in-person role in Auburn.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Development supplier network for manufacturing operation including suppliers for raw materials, semi-finished parts and consumables.
• Develop and follow process for Requests for Quotations (RFQ) to solicit multiple bids according to relevant criteria from engineering, operations, and production personnel.
• Compare and evaluate suppliers’ quotes; seek cost-savings negotiation opportunities. Make recommendations to decision-makers based on results.
• Conduct regular forecasting of future demand for materials
• Generate and release purchase orders to vendors and track orders until goods delivery and invoicing.
• Support supplier audits when required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree mechanical engineering with additional business management knowledge or business studies with additional technical qualifications
• Min. 3 years’ experience as a buyer or similar role in a manufacturing or fabrication operation in the metals industry
• An organized, process-oriented, and detailed approach to work is absolutely essential.
• Negotiating experience to identify and leverage cost savings opportunities
• Experience in working with SAP, proficient in MS Office
• Organizational talent as well as an analytical, structured and effective way of working
• German language skills are highly beneficial but not required.
• Your willingness to dive in and become a part of a to the success of a diverse, international, and rapidly growing team.

What we offer:

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Retention Bonus
• Company-paid health insurance for Employees and partial coverage for dependents
• Company-paid dental & vision Insurance for employees and dependents
• Company-paid Group Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with immediate vesting and company match
• Health Savings Account option for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, and company holidays.