Materials Buyer

Machine Specialties, LLC (MSI) is a leading contract machining and metal finishing company that designs and manufactures sophisticated, cost-effective solutions to meet our clients' most demanding challenges. Our company is located in Whitsett, NC, about 8 miles outside of Greensboro, NC. We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Materials Buyer to join our Purchasing Team. This is a full-time position that reports to the Supply Chain Manager. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and an ownership mindset. Communication skills will help in negotiate effectively and maintain profitable relationships. The goal is to acquire materials and supplies in a timely manner that are critical for the success of our business operations.Key functions include but are not limited to the purchase of materials and services that support manufacturing, negotiation of price, securing delivery dates that are in line with our customer's requirements, establishing strong relationships with suppliers, and improving supplier performance. ResponsibilitiesCreate Purchase Orders and work with Suppliers to obtain optimal delivery commitmentsRequest quotes from Suppliers for goods and servicesLocate and select qualified sources that provide the required capabilities and direct business to existing and new SuppliersNegotiate best pricing while working to shrink supplier lead times. Strengthen the supply base and develop profitable purchasing strategies that result in improved supplier performance and cost savings.Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery, and compliance to terms of contractsImprove Supplier performance by monitoring cost, quality, and schedule compliance; initiating and implementing appropriate action to resolve problems, mediate conflicts and establish resolution with SuppliersMonitor stock levelsReport on Supplier issues, savings initiatives, and ongoing Purchasing improvement strategiesKeep updated recordsTravel occasionally to key Supplier locations RequirementsAt least 5 years of experience in a Buyer position, preferably in the purchase of raw materialsDemonstrable experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditionsKnowledge of market research, data analysis, and purchasing best practicesWorking knowledge of MS Office and ERP software (Epicor preferred)Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsA strong analytical mindsetOutstanding organizational skillsBS/BA in business administration or relevant field, preferredIf you meet these requirements and are interested in applying, please submit an updated copy of your resume to the email address below.HR@machspec.comEqual Opportunity Employer including Veteran's/Disabilities