Senior Buyer

Sr. BuyerValley View, OhioCleveland, OH, USSalary Range: $80,000.00 To $95,000.00 AnnuallyPOSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Buyer manages procurement activities and ensures the timely acquisition of materials, products, and services necessary for manufacturing and operations. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for supplier negotiations, maintaining cost efficiency, and ensuring the highest quality standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of supply chain management, vendor relations, and procurement processes. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Essential Functions:Team Lead on the Procurement TeamRun MRP minimum 2 times a weekBuy, Cancel & Deferred and Expedited messages for your assigned SuppliersAssistant with Purchase requests Mentor and Train Team Members Scorecard Management Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly meetings with SuppliersExpedite with suppliers Update Shortage Report for their supplier/components Supply Chain lead in Production meetingsSet up new items by entering in buyer/vendor/safety stock/min/lead-times and pricingItem master - Help maintain most update supplier dataSend quote requestsQC issue with suppliers will be managed in SAP - work with suppliers & QC to provide corrective actions when requiredWork with receiving and suppliers on any receiving issuesReconcile accounting issues and resolve discrepancies with quantity, pricing and on time payments KPI'sWork on strategic projectsParticipate in leadership ProjectsQualifying new suppliers - Work with QC to qualify Set up new suppliers in SAPProvide mentorship and guidance to junior team members.Assist with additional tasks as neededMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required).EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Education:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required).Minimum of 5-7 years' experience in procurement preferably in manufacturing environmentSkillsStrong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.Analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.Proficiency in procurement and inventory management software (SAP experience preferred).Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials planning.ExperienceCertification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus.Experience with SAP preferred but not requiredExperience with developing and implementing procurement strategyProficiency in using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Created: 2026-04-02