Buyer

Job Description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

At Middleby Coffee Solutions Group (MCSG), we manufacture commercial specialty espresso and super-automatic coffee machines with the goal of being an industry innovator. Our goals are to Fuel the Journey - Concordia, and Be the Journey - Synesso, engineering and manufacturing the highest quality, most reliable, and user-friendly professional machines possible, while fostering a positive and productive work environment where our people are respected and empowered.

We are seeking a buyer to join our supply chain team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying and fostering a relationship with our suppliers and vendors. This position will be responsible for purchasing and inventory planning activities for our manufacturing organization, measuring its performance, and ensuring reliable and timely supply of material availability to support operations while simultaneously managing material costs.

Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management

• Lead procurement, sourcing, and contracting of materials, supplies, equipment, and services.
• Source, select, and negotiate the best purchase packages based on quality, price, terms, delivery, and service.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships, track performance, and provide ongoing feedback to drive improvement.
• Develop metrics and performance dashboards to evaluate and improve supplier performance.
• Resolve supplier issues related to pricing, quality, delivery, or invoices.
• Work with overseas vendors and coordinate import logistics with freight carriers to ensure timely delivery.
• Review late-order reports and collaborate with suppliers on corrective actions to improve delivery performance.

Material Availability, Inventory Management & Planning

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Data, Reporting & Systems Management

Continuous Improvement & Issue Resolution

Requirements

Qualifications

Benefits

Physical Requirements : Ability to work in office, lab, and shop floor environment; occasional lifting of up to 25lbs; ability to perform testing & evaluation functions in an enclosed environmental chamber.

MCSG. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.