Buyer
Job Description
- Manage purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders for direct materials and production needs
- Develop and maintain supplier relationships while identifying new sourcing opportunities as needed
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery expectations, and other purchasing requirements with suppliers
- Monitor and expedite orders to ensure materials arrive on time and production requirements are met
- Work with suppliers, engineering, and operations to resolve quality, delivery, and material-related issues
- Monitor supplier performance and act when cost, quality, or delivery expectations are not being met
- Support inventory planning and maintain appropriate material levels and MRP settings.
- Coordinate purchasing requirements related to engineering changes, prints, and specifications
- Identify cost-reduction opportunities and respond to changes in material pricing, availability, and market conditions
- Support subcontracting and temporary outsourcing requirements as needed
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of industrial purchasing experience, including direct material purchasing within a heavy manufacturing environment
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and material planning
- Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills
- Ability to read blueprints and understand manufacturing processes
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Meet Your Recruiter
National Account Manager
Amy is a National Account Manager at Sterling Engineering with 13 years of recruiting experience, specializing in manufacturing, engineering, and skilled trades recruitment. She has spent 10 years with Sterling, supporting clients across a variety of industrial and technical environments.
Amy focuses on recruiting for manufacturing operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, supply chain, and leadership-level positions. Her experience allows her to understand the needs of both candidates and hiring teams, helping create strong matches that align with technical requirements, career goals, and culture fit.
Amy is passionate about building long-term relationships with candidates and clients. She enjoys working in fast-paced recruiting environments where communication, problem-solving, and a clear understanding of operational needs are critical to making successful placements.
Known for her straightforward, responsive, and relationship-driven approach, Amy supports a smooth hiring process from start to finish while helping people and organizations move forward with confidence.