Operational Buyer
Core
Manage material replenishment, supplier forecasting, and the end-to-end purchase process to ensure continuous supply for internal and external customers.
Role type
Operational Buyer (Supply Chain)
Builds
Material supply chain for engineering and manufacturing processes
Domain
Industrial manufacturing (heat transfer, fluid handling, refining, recycling)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier management, inventory optimization, cost reduction, ERP system proficiency (D365), manufacturing process knowledge (forgings, castings, machining), drawing interpretation, import/export compliance, Six Sigma tools, sustainable sourcing
Preferred skills
VMI solutions, supplier audit, root cause analysis, phase-in/phase-out projects
Technologies
D365 ERP, Six Sigma tools
Responsibilities
Review and release purchase order proposals, share forecasts with suppliers, optimize inventory levels, monitor supplier performance (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost), work on cost improvement projects, manage import processes and freight terms, conduct supplier audits, update approved supplier database
Seniority
Mid-level (5-7 years experience)