Sr. Buyer

Job Title: Sr. Buyer

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Duration: Full-time

Job Summary:

• The Sr. Buyer is responsible for sourcing supplies, evaluating vendors, recommending material substitutions, expediting orders, and resolving shipment and invoice discrepancies.
• This role requires close collaboration with external vendors and internal departments to ensure high levels of service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Order parts within required lead times and quantities for optimal cost.
• Prevent part shortages and select suppliers based on cost, lead times, and payment terms.
• Ensure timely receipt of vendor orders and notify production control of part availability issues.
• Accurately enter orders into the AS400 system and manage Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI).
• Address purchasing problems and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Develop and report on short and long-term goals to the purchasing manager.
• Present cost reduction opportunities and request quotes for new/existing items.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience: 1-3 years in a similar role, with a preference for manufacturing experience.
• Skills: Proficient in MS Office, working knowledge of AS400, excellent communication and negotiation skills, detail-oriented, and strong teamwork capabilities.

Work Environment:

• Climate-controlled with occasional work in a manufacturing plant requiring PPE, including hearing protection, cut level 3 gloves and arm sleeves, steel-toed shoes/boots, safety glasses, and a bump cap.