What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Buyer position at Ideal Industries?
ANDERSON POWER PRODUCTS, a wholly owned subsidiary of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, Inc., is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of electrical power connectors. Anderson Power Products partners with leading edge companies to create innovative connector designs that leverage contact technology and high power expertise to provide superior value to the power electronics industry. Applications include leading edge technology and next generation power requirements in industries such as alternate energy (wind, solar, fuel cell), datacenter and server power supply design and electrical distribution, electric vehicles, LED lighting, and battery charging.This is your chance to join a dynamic company that strives to provide a workplace where employees feel empowered, valued, stimulated, and connected to the business.
The Senior Buyer is responsible for leading procurement activities for raw materials, components, equipment, and services that support global operations. This role drives strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, cost-reduction programs, and risk-mitigation strategies. The Senior Buyer manages high-value spend categories, leads supplier performance improvement, and partners cross-functionally to ensure material availability, service excellence, and total cost optimization. This position provides guidance to Buyers and works closely with our Senior Sourcing Engineers on our long-term sourcing strategy.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and coordinate purchasing-related activities for APP globally, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and material planning requirements.
- Develop, manage, and strengthen supplier and vendor relationships, including performance audits, corrective actions, QBRs, and long-term improvement plans.
- Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers; lead onboarding, first-article requirements, and capability assessments.
- Apply LEAN principles to optimize Kanban performance, delivery adherence, inventory turns, and workflow efficiency.
- Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, supply risks, and capacity constraints, providing recommendations and early-warning insights to leadership.
- Review demand plans and inventory positions and drive actions to maintain optimal stock levels while ensuring global on-time delivery.
- Lead cost-reduction initiatives, supplier consolidation projects, and make/buy analyses to support productivity, PPV reduction, and operational excellence.
- Prepare, issue, and authorize purchase orders for production materials; ensure compliance with sourcing strategy, pricing accuracy, and contract terms.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies, PO claims, and contract questions, escalating when needed.
- Participate in the evaluation, preparation, and reporting of monthly shipments, PPV performance, inventory turns, supplier scorecards, and other key supply chain metrics.
- Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Planning, Logistics, and global sites to resolve quality concerns, supply disruptions, PPV concerns, and lead-time issues.
- Minimize freight costs, support service-level objectives, and reduce expedites.
- Provide coaching, support, and subject-matter guidance to Buyers and cross-functional teammates as required.
- Develop and refine purchasing systems, processes, and policies in partnership with the Director of Operations
- Support ISO and audit readiness requirements, including documentation accuracy and process control.
- Participate and/or lead Project Teams and Cross-Functional Teams as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree (AND) 5 or more years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, with proven experience managing suppliers and high-value spend, (OR) an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing practices preferred.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and supplier-management skills.
- APICS/CPIM, CSCP, NAPM, or formal Negotiations certifications preferred.
- Ability to lead supplier negotiations, influence outcomes, and support long-term sourcing strategy.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations.
- Ability to partner with all levels of management and mentor less experienced Buyer
The expected annual salary for this position is between $75,504.00 and $101,553.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for the position and actual compensation will be based on numerous factors including knowledge, location, skills, training and experience.
Anderson/IDEAL employees enjoy a wide range of valuable benefits including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Education Reimbursement
- Wellness Programs
- 401k with Company Match
- Cash Balance Pension Plan
Anderson/IDEAL values rest, personal time and community involvement facilitating these through several paid time off programs including:
- Vacation
- Personal Days
- Volunteer Time
- Holidays
- Parental Leave
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is proud to be named one of America's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces by the Wall Street Journal and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We know when you honor relationships, success for all will follow. To learn more about us, visit www.andersonpower.com or www.idealindustries.com
IDEAL INDUSTRIES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Salary : $75,504 - $101,553
