What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at FlexTek?
Buyer – Manufacturing
Position Overview
We are seeking a results-driven Buyer to join our manufacturing team and take ownership of procurement across a $6M spend portfolio. This is not a paper-pushing role - you will build and maintain supplier relationships, drive cost savings through strategic sourcing, and leverage modern tools (including AI) to work faster and smarter.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage procurement of materials and services across a $6M annual spend, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery targets are met
- Source, evaluate, and develop supplier relationships - this role is about building partnerships, not just processing purchase orders
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to achieve measurable cost savings
- Monitor supplier performance using scorecards and KPIs, resolving quality, delivery, or pricing issues proactively
- Maintain inventory levels aligned with production schedules and on-time delivery targets
- Use AI tools and technology to accelerate sourcing research, spend analysis, and vendor evaluation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, engineering, quality, and finance teams
- Conduct market research to identify new sourcing opportunities and stay ahead of commodity trends
- Support cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
- Hands-on experience using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, or similar) to improve work output — we’ll ask you about this
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and pace
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000