Buyer

Buyer

C.R. Daniels, Inc. – Ellicott City, MD

For over 108 years, C.R. Daniels, Inc. has been a diversified U.S. manufacturer specializing in textile, plastic, and metal fabrication. We support a wide range of industries, including government and commercial customers, by delivering high-quality, engineered products built to customer specifications.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer with strong communication and negotiation skills to support our purchasing operations and diversified product mix.

Position Summary

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing materials, components, and services in support of sales, estimating, and manufacturing operations. This role works closely with internal teams and external vendors to ensure competitive pricing, timely delivery, and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Source materials, components, and services based on purchase requisitions, bills of material (BOMs) and project requirements
• Provide pricing, lead time, and availability information to support Sales and Estimating efforts
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding price, delivery, and compliance in a timely and professional manner
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers
• Issue, manage, and track purchase orders using ERP system (SAP Business One)
• Expedite orders and proactively communicate status updates to Sales, Estimating, Production, and Quality teams
• Ensure purchased items meet customer specifications, contract requirements, and quality standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales
• Support continuous improvement of purchasing processes and supplier performance
• Assist Purchasing Manager and team with departmental initiatives and priorities

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Purchasing or supply chain experience in manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience with mil-spec hardware, government contracts is a plus
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP Business One preferred)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to interact across departments and with vendors
• Effective negotiation and vendor management skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset

Work Environment & Requirements

• Full-time, onsite position
• Standard hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Regularly required to sit, type, and use hands for computer and office work; occasionally required to stand, walk, climb stairs, and lift items as necessary in the performance of job responsibilities.

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Benefits and Compensation

•   Pay Range: $23.02-25.78 per hour
•  Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
•   Company paid life insurance
•   401(k) with match and profit sharing
•   Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick time

Additional Requirements

• Due to the nature of the work and applicable government contracts, this position is limited to U.S. Persons (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) as defined by applicable law.
• As a federal contractor, CR Daniels abides by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. Upon accepting a position with CR Daniels, new employees must pass a drug screen prior to their first day of work.

Why Join C.R. Daniels?

• Stable, long-standing U.S. manufacturer with over 100 years of success
• Diverse product mix supporting multiple industries, including government and defense
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for growth and cross-functional career development
• Commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement

Equal Opportunity Employer

C.R. Daniels, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, martial status, citizenship/immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.