Buyer

About the role

The Buyer is responsible for executing procurement activities and supporting supplier development to ensure the timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services. This role plays a key part in maintaining production schedules, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost-effective purchasing strategies within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, issue, and track purchase orders in accordance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensure purchased materials and services meet quality standards and operational requirements.
• Conduct market research on supplier capabilities, pricing trends, product availability, and industry conditions.
• Manage supplier invoices, settlements, returns, and claims related to materials or services.
• Source and identify new suppliers while supporting supplier qualification, evaluation, and onboarding activities.
• Participate in supplier negotiations, contract execution, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Analyze procurement data and cost structures to support informed purchasing decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of procurement, purchasing, or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and business communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and procurement-related systems.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to confidentiality.

Preferred

• CPPM or other procurement/supply chain certification.
• Bilingual in English and Chinese.
• Experience with supplier development and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Knowledge of manufacturing procurement processes and supply chain best practices.

Skills & Competencies

• Supplier Relationship Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Contract Administration
• Cost Analysis and Cost Reduction
• Negotiation and Influencing Skills
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Organization and Time Management
• Continuous Learning Mindset

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with regular computer use.
• Fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Up to 25% travel may be required for supplier visits, customer sites, meetings, and industry events.

Additional Information

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company does not provide sponsorship or transfer of employment visas now or in the future.