Buyer

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

• Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers for electro-mechanical parts including motors, sensors, etc. and other custom or off-the-shelf components.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contract conditions to ensure best value and long-term supplier relationships.
• Issue purchase orders (POs), track order status, and manage delivery schedules to meet production and project deadlines.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure supplier components meet technical and quality specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase activity, cost savings, and supplier performance.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies, obsolescence, and material shortages.
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) processes, ensuring timely procurement of long-lead and prototype components.
• Verify receipt of materials and authorize payment to vendors.
• Develop new supply sources as needed, establishing new vendor accounts and credit terms.

Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :