Technical Buyer Engineered Product Procurement Specialist NY

Position: Technical Buyer / Engineered Product Procurement Specialist Location: Tonawanda, New York (Buffalo Area, NY) Work Type: On-site Job Type: Full-timePosition OverviewThe Technical Buyer / Engineered Product Procurement Specialist supports the Purchasing Department by managing procurement activities for engineered components and services within a capital equipment manufacturing environment. This role focuses on supplier coordination, cost management, technical compliance, and ensuring project delivery targets are met.Core ResponsibilitiesParticipate in project teams and coordinate communication between suppliers and engineering/design groupsApply mechanical engineering knowledge to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and industry codesManage project cost and delivery targets through supplier coordination and earned value reportingObtain quotations, review technical specifications, and issue purchase ordersMaintain manufacturing orders, schedules, and shortage reports to support production timelinesMonitor supplier quality, delivery performance, and lead timesManage supplier Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, returns, and rework activitiesSupport supplier negotiations and cost reduction initiativesDevelop purchase contracts, supplier agreements, and qualification processes for new vendorsIdentify and implement process improvements and technical solutions for procurement challengesMeet with suppliers to resolve technical and commercial issuesEnsure compliance with company policies, procedures, and procurement standardsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or minimum 7 years of experience in a related technical fieldMinimum 5 years of experience in a capital equipment manufacturing environmentStrong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specificationsFamiliarity with ASME, PED, and other industry codes and standardsExperience working within ERP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, MS Project, etc.)Strong communication and executive presentation skillsProven negotiation and supplier management experienceStrong organizational and multitasking abilitiesAbility to develop creative technical and business solutionsPreferred QualificationsSAP experience preferredAbility to travel up to 10%, including international travelStrong problem-solving mindset in procurement and engineering collaboration environmentsThis is a remote position.