Buyer

POSITION TITLE:                              Buyer

REPORTS TO:                                     Director of Purchasing

SUPERVISES:                                      None

DATE:                                                    November 24, 2025

FLSA:                                                     Salary Exempt 

AIS is a leading manufacturer of commercial office furniture and boasts one of the most impressive stories of growth and success in the furniture industry.  Founded in 1990, the company is known for offering market relevant, feature-rich product lines that entice designers and support the diverse needs of end-users while offering exceptional value.  AIS is an innovator that leads the industry in sustainable, lean manufacturing, lead-time performance, and manufacturing flexibility.  AIS has over 600,000 square feet of manufacturing space and employs over eight hundred. AIS has multiple site locations with headquarters in Leominster, MA.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Plan and execute procurement of finished goods and raw materials
• Maintain strong working relationships and communications directly with the Suppliers to confirm production/shipping schedules and monitor open purchase orders to ensure on-time deliveries
• Establish and develop relationships with vendors to increase profitability, quality and cost
• Analyze daily, weekly and yearly usage to create purchase orders, returns, corrective actions for receiving and invoices.
• Proactively report product and material availability issues
• Maintain purchase order status and shipment tracking information in ERP system
• Coordinate inventory planning and replenishment of raw materials, components and finished goods
• Perform cost analysis, support make/buy decisions, and drive cost reduction initiatives
• Work collaboratively with Sales, Marketing, Design, Project Management, Shipping and CS in a fast paced, detail-oriented environment
• Complete special projects and assignments as requested

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Proficient in MS Office – Excel, Word
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Team player with a high level of customer focus
• Demonstrated high level of integrity and business ethics
• Knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain concepts and application
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills (oral & written)
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
• CPM or CPIM and/or APICS certification
• 2-3 years Purchasing experience
• Experience with Epicor a plus

At AIS, we have a strong set of values that guide our business and help us align with our customers. 

We listen to our Customers.  We rely on our Employees.  We honor Integrity.  We embrace Continuous Learning.  We lead with Design.  We create Value.  We work to make the World better.

EEO/AA Statement

As an EEO/AA employer, AIS will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, religion, height, weight, other protected group status, or any other basis protected by the laws where we employ people. 

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Salary : $62,500 - $85,500