Sr. Buyer

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Founded in 1953 Avtron has a long history of manufacturing market leading power test solutions. Now with a global footprint and sales into some of the largest industrial projects, Avtron will continue to push the envelope of what's possible in the electrical test environment. Avtron Power Solutions manufacture and distribute market leading load bank solutions for mission critical applications. We have the largest portfolio in the industry and can meet the highest load testing standards with our intelligent SIGMA load bank control system.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Buyer manages procurement activities and ensure 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 Team

• Run MRP minimum 2 times a week

• Buy, Cancel & Deferred and Expedited messages for your assigned Suppliers

• Assistant with Purchase requests

• Mentor and Train Team Members

• Scorecard Management

• Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly meetings with Suppliers

• Expedite with suppliers

• Update Shortage Report for their supplier/components

• Supply Chain lead in Production meetings

• Set up new items by entering in buyer/vendor/safety stock/min/lead-times and pricing

• Item master - Help maintain most update supplier data

• Send quote requests

• QC issue with suppliers will be managed in SAP - work with suppliers & QC to provide corrective actions when required

• Work with receiving and suppliers on any receiving issues

• Reconcile accounting issues and resolve discrepancies with quantity, pricing and on time payments

• KPI's

• Work on strategic projects

• Participate in leadership Projects

• Qualifying new suppliers - Work with QC to qualify

• Set up new suppliers in SAP

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members.

• Assist with additional tasks as needed

MINIMUM 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).
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus.

Skills

• Strong 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.

Experience

• Minimum of 5+ years experience in procurement preferably in manufacturing environment, preferred 7-10
• Experience with SAP preferred but not required
• Experience with developing and implementing procurement strategy

Proficiency in using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word