Buyer

Job Title: BuyerWork Location: Suffolk County, New YorkSummary:Responsible for procurement activities, cost mitigation, and maintaining safety stock levels for raw materials and finished goods. This role requires expertise in sourcing, negotiation, purchasing, and ERP systems, with a focus on supporting manufacturing operations and ensuring supply chain efficiency.Responsibilities:Negotiate supplier agreements, focusing on pricing, payment terms, cost reductions, lead time improvements, and quality enhancements.Forecast and plan blanket orders, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely procurement.Analyze inventory positions to maintain adequate safety stock levels and perform quarterly safety stock reviews for management.Drive cost reduction initiatives and mitigate vendor price increases through proactive sourcing and negotiation strategies.Monitor vendor performance to ensure on-time delivery and evaluate alternative sources for components and raw materials.Establish and maintain vendor contingency programs and negotiate competitive freight agreements.Support high-level projects and new product development by sourcing and expediting materials, and assist with customer bid negotiations.Maintain accurate ERP system data, department documentation, and provide backup and support to the supply chain team as needed.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, or equivalent experience.3-5 years’ experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or sourcing roles.Experience in a manufacturing environment and with purchasing flat and rolled steel or electrical components is a plus.Strong understanding of MRP, safety stock modeling, and forecasting.Project management experience and ability to work independently.Certifications such as APICS, ISM, Lean, or Six Sigma are advantageous.Proficiency in ERP systems (Visual preferred but not required), Power BI, and Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.Ability to manage supplier agreements, understand technical specifications, and perform with high accuracy and urgency.