Technical Buyer

Technical BuyerLocation: Dover, NHReports to: Director of Supply Chain

About Q LLC:Q LLC is a pioneering firearms design and manufacturing company known for pushing the boundaries of innovation, performance, and craftsmanship. Our team is passionate, fast-moving, and relentlessly focused on creating the best products in the industry. We're seeking a Technical Buyer who thrives in a hands-on, engineering-driven manufacturing environment.

Position Overview:The Technical Buyer will play a critical role in bridging the gap between engineering, manufacturing, and procurement. This role requires a technical understanding of machined parts, assemblies, and drawings; as well as the ability to manage supplier relationships and ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of components. You will support new product introductions, manage project plans, drive supplier performance, and help develop scalable supply chain systems as we grow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to support sourcing of components and materials.

• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to identify procurement needs and develop sourcing strategies.

• Source, evaluate, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting performance, cost, and quality standards.

• Create and manage project plans, timelines, and milestones, ensuring budgets and resources are optimized.

• Support prototype builds and pre-production procurement for new product development.

• Monitor supplier performance and work with vendors to resolve issues and improve lead times and quality.

• Develop and manage RFQs, cost analysis, and purchase order documentation.

• Help build and optimize systems for inventory control, demand planning, and materials flow.

• Act as the technical point of contact for supplier communications and troubleshooting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a technical discipline

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with two in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment is preferred.

• Knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and materials.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Experience with ERP systems and purchasing workflows

• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Background or interest in the firearms industry is a plus, but not required.

• Relevant software: Microsoft Excel, Teams, Word, SAP

The Company reserves the right to conduct background investigations and/or reference checks on all of its potential employees as well as a drug screening.