Buyer

Who are we?

At Scalian, we are a leading multinational engineering consulting firm with 5000 specialists and over 35 years of experience. We are specialized in Industrial Performance (Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Project Management).and Digital Systems (IT & Software and Systems Engineering)

Our expertise serves various technological sectors such as the aerospace, defense, rail, and energy industries while providing distinctive support to their development and operations.

Are you an experienced Buyer?

If your answer is yes, it’s your lucky day as we are looking for a dynamic and talented person to join our team in the US!

What will your role be?

The Buyer is responsible for procuring production hardware, materials, and services to meet customer commitments and production schedules. This role focuses on executing purchasing activities, maintaining supplier communication, and ensuring timely material availability. The Buyer supports issue resolution and contributes to continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Job Description

• Create, issue, and maintain purchase orders for materials and services based on MRP demand
• Follow up with suppliers to confirm order acknowledgments, delivery dates, and shipment status
• Expedite orders as needed to support production schedules and minimize shortages
• Collaborate with Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality to ensure material availability and resolve supply issues
• Monitor open purchase orders and update delivery dates in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP)
• Resolve delivery, quality, and invoice discrepancies with suppliers
• Maintain accurate purchasing data and documentation within company systems
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance related to delivery and responsiveness
• Support inventory objectives by helping manage lead times and order quantities
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams and suppliers
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and standard operating procedures
• Contribute to team goals for On-Time Delivery, Quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or related field
• 2–5 years of experience in a Buyer, Purchasing, or Supply Chain role (Aerospace or manufacturing preferred)
• Basic understanding of procurement processes and supply chain concepts
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred)
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and follow-up skills with internal teams and suppliers
• Ability to solve problems and escalate complex issues when needed
• APICS certification or coursework is a plus, but not required
  
  

Additional Information

• To acquire experience in different critical industries and projects while working for the same company;
• To have a competitive salary and a great benefits package
• To access trainings that focus on expanding your knowledge while staying up to date with cutting edge technologies and best practices;
• To have a clear career development plan that suits your goals;
• To have the possibility of working abroad through our mobility program thanks to our international presence;
• To join a dynamic, specialized and fast-growing group where communication is key and where every team member is valued.
• To be part of a team where having fun is essential.