About the Company: Komline is a high-growth private company with operations across ten locations in the US. With a strong track record of rapid expansion and strategic acquisitions, we are growing our team and seeking candidates who excel in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment to help drive our continued success.

About the Role: The Buyer plays a critical role by supporting procurement and supply chain activities to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, components, equipment, and services. The Buyer will work closely with production, engineering, project management, suppliers, and operations teams to support manufacturing schedules, inventory requirements, and customer commitments while maintaining strong supplier relationships and procurement best practices.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Create, issue, and maintain purchase orders for materials, equipment, and services required to support manufacturing and business operations
Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and order status to ensure on-time receipt of purchased items
Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations, pricing, lead times, and terms to support purchasing decisions
Collaborate with engineering, production, project management, and inventory teams to identify procurement requirements and priorities
Communicate with suppliers regarding order acknowledgments, delivery commitments, quality concerns, and corrective actions
Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, pricing data, and procurement documentation within the ERP system
Assist in resolving receiving discrepancies, invoice issues, quality concerns, and supplier performance challenges
Support inventory management initiatives by monitoring stock levels and replenishment requirements
Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier consolidation
Assist with supplier qualification, performance reviews, and ongoing supplier relationship management activities
Generate purchasing reports and provide procurement-related data to management as needed
May require occasional travel to supplier locations and industry events
Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Experience:

Associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field preferred
One to three years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory control, or manufacturing experience preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Desire to be a part of an entrepreneurial, energetic team and handle a wide range of responsibilities
Experience working within an ERP/MRP system
Possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Communicating effectively with people at all levels with internal and external stakeholders
Highly organized and able to work within rigid time constraints with superb attention to detail
Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Ability to handle competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and a positive attitude
Equal Opportunity Statement: Komline is an EEO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled

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