Sourcing/Buyer

Federal Regulation and Govt Contract Requires US Citizenship or US National:  This position requires the employee to hold US citizenship or US national status, given the job’s involvement with sensitive and/or classified U.S. military information, consistent with federal regulation and government contract requirements.  Therefore, prior to Tranter considering you for the position and permitting you to access its facility, it is required to verify whether you are a US citizen or US national, consistent with applicable law.

What's in it for you?

Tranter offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) plan, and more. At Tranter, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right!  These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tranter 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.

Inclusion & Diversity

At Tranter-LHE Group, we strive for a true inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to “be the best version of themselves” and bring their distinct aspects of diversity to the workplace. Tranter-LHE’s Vision is to create an inclusive workplace where diversity is essential to achieving the company’s objectives. We believe that diversity maximizes the potential of all individuals and the organization. 

Job Summary: 

Drive the execution of sourcing strategies that align with Tranter’s global objectives, ensuring strong supplier performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. This role manages the end‑to‑end supplier lifecycle—including qualification, bidding, negotiation, onboarding, and performance management—while ensuring compliance with Tranter’s purchasing processes and global sourcing standards.

Responsible for maintaining continuous material availability and securing goods and services at optimal total cost through effective negotiation, supplier development, and cost‑reduction initiatives. Leads internal and external supplier meetings and aggressively negotiates price and delivery terms to support Tranter NA’s operational and financial goals.

Skills/Competencies required:

• Builds/maintains an “optimal supplier base” and manages performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost. 


• Consistently follows required sourcing/purchasing steps and controls prior to nominations/awards while maintaining full sourcing documentation and audit trail for decisions.


• Able to respond quickly, decisively, assertively, and professionally to changing requirements to support manufacturing needs


• Able to create and present ideas or conclusions in a clear and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing 


• Able to organize, schedule, coordinate, and assist in negotiations effectively and to set priorities in a manner which ensures maximum performance and goal accomplishment.


• Able to assist in driving continuous improvement initiatives


• Excellent Excel Skills


• Able to interpret drawings to effectively communicate internally and with suppliers


• Follows all purchasing procedures and SOP’s


• Comply with Organization’s Core Values and Leadership Competencies

Education, Qualifications and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Materials Management or Supply Chain Management is required. 


• 2+ Years of experience in Sourcing, Negotiating, Buying, Supply Chain Planning, and/or Materials Management in a manufacturing environment.


• Extensive experience utilizing an MRP System


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 


• APIC’s CPIM certified preferred


• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred