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Job Title: Buyer Department: Supply Chain
FLSA: Non-Exempt Grade: 2
Job Status: Full Time Travel Required: 0-10%
Revision Date: March 9, 2026 Reports To: Purchasing/Supply Chain Manager
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Coordinate purchase of items and supplies to enable all facilities to manufacture orders on time. Assist with the scheduling and expediting of items and supplies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
More specifically, the employee owner will:
- Obtain and provide quotes and delivery dates, in a timely manner, to Sales, Engineering, Estimating, Manufacturing, and other departments.
- Monitor and maintain inventory stock levels to ensure adequate availability to meet production requirements while meeting company overall stock level expectations and inventory movement.
- Order supplies for manufacturing, maintenance, building & ground, and office as needed.
- Regularly and consistently communicate with managers and Supply Chain team.
- Enter Purchase Orders (PO’s) into the system to order items and supplies.
- Attach confirmations to Purchase Orders (PO’s).
- Post packing slips into the system.
- Issue Manufacturing Orders (MO’s) from the system when necessary.
- Follow up on late Purchase Orders (PO’s) and communicate to managers of affected facilities.
- Expedite Purchase Orders (PO’s) and deliveries as necessary.
- Assist with physical inventories at any facility as needed.
- Obtain and disperse material certification as needed.
- Create new item numbers in the system as needed.
- Update and maintain inventory and item master data for items. Including but not limited to reorder points, safety stock, minimum and economic order quantities, lead times, stock units of measure, purchasing unit of measure, purchase prices, and item descriptions.
- Maintain company fleet vehicles. Including scheduling of maintenance, cleaning, and other items as needed.
- Up to 10% overnight domestic travel may be required.
- Perform additional assignments within Supply Chain and other areas within the company.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills working in teams across multiple sites, states, and countries.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to details and experience in working with teams to measured outcomes.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Embodies corporate mission and team values – customer-first, team-oriented, positive attitude, problem solver, and personal passion
- Engage in regular, consistent attendance.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Ability to learn statistical methods and math formula associated with Supply Chain.
EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred;
- Or high school diploma;
- Or general education degree (GED); plus 1 to 5 years related experience and/or training
TRAINING – CERTIFICATIONS – LICENSES
- Continually participate in additional training related to the job.
COMPETENCIES
To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
- Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens, and receives clarification, respond to questions.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
- Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
- Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee:
- Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
- Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
- Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
- Must be able to regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
- Specific hearing abilities required for this job include the ability to hear instructions from others.
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY
- The noise level in the work environment is usually LOW to MODERATE.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions and flammable materials.
- Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection are required in production areas and when posted.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Precision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Precision, Inc.