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- Freshness
- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
- Classification
- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Transmission & Distribution
- Pay provenance
- Employer-provided pay
Job Description
The Buyer is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted material availability to support manufacturing operations through effective purchasing, inventory management, supplier coordination, and procurement activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage 400+ raw material SKUs to ensure adequate inventory levels and uninterrupted material availability for production.
- Create, maintain , and manage purchase orders to support production and inventory requirements.
- Communicate daily with suppliers and third-party logistics providers regarding deliveries, transportation schedules, material shortages, and order status updates.
- Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify potential shortages, delays, and supply chain risks before they impact operations.
- Expedite materials and reschedule orders as necessary to maintain production continuity.
- Resolve receiving discrepancies and coordinate issue resolution with suppliers, receiving teams, and internal stakeholders.
- Conduct monthly cycle counts and support inventory accuracy initiatives.
- Maintain purchasing, inventory, and material management data using Excel and procurement systems such as Coupa.
- Collaborate with supply chain, logistics , receiving, operations, and production teams to support business objectives and material flow requirements.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve delivery performance, responsiveness, and overall supply chain effectiveness.
- Analyze inventory trends, lead times, and supplier performance metrics to support continuous improvement efforts.
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain , Business, or related field. Equivalent experiences may be considered.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, buying, procurement, supply chain, or related function.
- Experience managing inventory levels, purchase orders, material availability, and supplier relationships.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the ability to navigate, maintain , and manage purchasing and inventory data.
- Experience balancing multiple priorities, lead times, shortages, and expedited orders in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with inventory control, demand planning, production planning, or materials management.
- Experience using Coupa or other procurement/ERP systems. Training will be provided.
- Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, formulas, and reporting capabilities.
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