Description

Position Summary

Buyer II is responsible for managing procurement activities with direct supplier ownership and cost impact. This role ensures material availability, drives cost control, and manages supplier performance to support production and business objectives. The Buyer II operates with a higher level of autonomy and plays a key role in supplier relationships, negotiations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Ownership

Manage procurement for assigned categories, suppliers, or commodities
Plan and execute purchasing strategies to support production and inventory targets
Balance cost, service, and inventory levels

Cost Management & Negotiation

Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers
Drive cost savings and track purchase price variance (PPV)
Identify cost reduction opportunities

Supplier Management

Own supplier relationships and performance
Monitor and improve supplier delivery, quality, and responsiveness
Conduct regular supplier reviews and issue resolutions

Supply Continuity

Proactively manage supply risks and prevent disruptions
Reduce expedite frequency through better planning and supplier alignment

Reporting & Analytics

Analyze purchasing data to identify trends and opportunities
Maintain accurate ERP data (pricing, lead times, MOQ, etc.)
Support KPI reporting and business reviews

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Production, Inventory, and Supply Chain teams
Align purchasing decisions with operational priorities

Requirements

Qualifications

3–6+ years’ experience in procurement or supply chain
Experience in manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
Proven experience with supplier management and negotiation
Strong ERP/MRP experience

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