Buyer I

7/27/2026

Buyer I

Position Summary

The Buyer I provides day-to-day operational support to the Purchasing Manager by executing transactional purchasing activities that ensure uninterrupted production and efficient inventory management. This roleis responsible forpurchase order processing, supplier quote review, inventory replenishment, vendor communications, andidentifyingcost savings opportunities. By owning routinepurchasingactivities, the Buyer I enables the Purchasing Manager to focus on supplier development,purchasingprocess improvements, automation initiatives, and strategic supply chain priorities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the Purchasing Manager in the daily execution ofpurchasingoperations.

• Process andmaintainpurchase orders to meet production schedules and customer demand.

• Review supplier quotations for price, lead time, and commercial terms.

• Identifyand communicate cost savings opportunities through supplier negotiations, alternate sources, and purchasing efficiencies.

• Perform weekly inventory reviews and execute replenishment activities tomaintaintarget inventory levels.

• Manage Kanban replenishment and reorder pointpurchasingto ensure uninterrupted material flow.

• Maintain item cards,purchasingparameters, lead times, and supplier information within the ERP system.

• Communicate with suppliersregardingorder acknowledgments, delivery schedules,expedites, and quality concerns.

• Monitor open purchase orders and proactively resolve shortages and late deliveries.

• Support inventory accuracy through collaboration with Planning, Warehouse, and Operations.

• Maintain purchasing documentationin accordance withcompany policies and quality requirements.

• Assistwith continuous improvement initiatives that improve purchasing efficiency and inventory performance.

Success Measures

• Purchase orders processed accurately and on time

• Supplier delivery performance

• Inventory availability and reduced stockouts

• Kanban replenishment compliance

• ERP item card accuracy

• Purchaseprice varianceimprovements

• Documented cost savings opportunities

• Reducedexpeditesand premium freight

• Improved Purchasing Manager capacity for strategic initiatives

You should be proficient in:

• Vendor & Supplier Management
• Inventory Management & Control