Buyer (Supply Chain Specialist)

JOB TITLE:  Buyer (Supply Chain Specialist) 

DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain

REPORTING TO: Senior Manager of Supply Chain

Internal Job Title: Supply Chain Specialist

ABOUT LIBRA INDUSTRIES: 

Libra Industries is a full-service Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider with decades of experience delivering high-reliability electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical assemblies for customers in aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor, and industrial markets. With facilities in Texas, Ohio, and Mexico, we serve a diverse customer base that depends on us for precision, quality, and on-time delivery. 

At Libra, we build more than products — we build long-term partnerships. Our team members work in a collaborative, technically challenging environment where attention to detail matters and individual contributions have a direct impact on customer success.

PRIMARY FUNCTION OF POSITION: 

The Buyer (Supply Chain Specialist)  is responsible for procuring and expediting materials and services for Libra Industries in accordance with Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, Just-In-Time (JIT), and MRP practices. This role works independently and in collaboration with the supervisor and department personnel on purchasing and supply chain initiatives, driving continuous improvement, supporting customer requirements, and contributing to other organizational projects as needed.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Partner with the supervisor and department personnel to ensure quality, on-time delivery, and lowest overall cost through the efficient execution of purchasing responsibilities.
• Procure parts for assigned jobs, scheduling deliveries to meet required dates while meeting or beating target pricing from approved vendors and maintaining quality standards.
• Expedite open orders on a regular basis to ensure timely receipt of goods and services.
• Prepare cost quotes on customer bills of materials (BOMs) for RFQs, including piece price, minimum lot sizing, and lead time.
• Purchase expense materials in support of operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate purchasing quality records in accordance with Libra's quality manual.
• Process discrepant and excess material in a timely manner and accurately report findings to accounting.
• Provide accurate cost information on all jobs processed, including purchase price variance (PPV).
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions related to product, process, and operational issues.
• Complete assigned projects using appropriate project management and communication tools, applying Six Sigma/Lean methodologies to drive process improvements.
• Perform other duties as needed to support the smooth operation of the department.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Associate's degree required.
• Minimum of one year of purchasing experience.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to walk the shop floor and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
• Good hearing and vision required to safely perform the duties of this role.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This position works in both office and shop floor environments.
• Exposure to airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, machinery, and material handling vehicles is expected in the shop area; appropriate PPE is required.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Libra Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.