What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Buyer (II) position at Spartronics Williamsport, Inc.?
Description
Build What Matters at Spartronics
Supply Chain Buyer II- Williamsport, PA (On-Site)
Work Hours- Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Reports To: Supply Chain Manager
Work Authorization Required: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident/Green Card Holder (No visa sponsorship available)
Why Join Spartronics?
At Spartronics, you’re joining a team that builds products where failure is not an option. We partner with leading customers across: Aerospace & Defense, Medical & Life Sciences, and Industrial Technology. Our teams manufacture highly complex, regulated products that must work flawlessly every time. We're a Global Manufacturing Contract EMS company operating in the U.S. and Vietnam. At Spartronics, we offer the stability of an established industry leader with the growth opportunities of a fast-moving manufacturing environment.
If you thrive in a collaborative, high-impact role where your work directly influences operations, suppliers, and customer success this could be a great job for you.
The Buyer II is a critical member of our Supply Chain team responsible for:
- Strategic sourcing & supplier management
- RFQ and quote analysis
- Supplier negotiations
- Material planning and purchasing
- Supporting manufacturing operations through proactive supply chain execution
This role combines analytical problem-solving, supplier relationship management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure materials arrive on time, at the right cost, and with the highest quality standards.
What You'll Do
Supply Chain & Purchasing
- Manage strategic suppliers and commodities
- Create and manage purchase orders and RFQs
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules
- Maintain MRP system integrity and inventory parameters
Quoting & Cost Analysis
- Analyze Bills of Materials (BOMs), supplier proposals, and specifications
- Prepare material quote packages for customer RFQs
- Gather and summarize cost data using Excel
- Review material and NRE estimates for bid submissions
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, and Receiving teams
- Resolve supplier quality and delivery issues
- Participate in customer discussions when needed
- Recommend process improvements and operational efficiencies
Requirements
What You Bring
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Preferred Supply Chain Certification- APICS Certification
Experience
- 5–8 years of purchasing or buying experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with MRP planning systems
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Skills & Strengths
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize and make sound business decisions independently
- Professional, collaborative, and detail-oriented mindset
Why Candidates Love Working Here
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
Time Off
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
Financial & Retirement Benefits
- An Annual Salary that is paid bi-weekly.
- 401(k) with Company Match (50% match up to 6%)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Plans
Growth & Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Ongoing Training & Development
- Internal Growth Opportunities - A culture that promotes learning and advancement
Ready to Build the Future With Us?If you're looking for a career where your contributions matter, your ideas are valued, and your work supports products that impact lives around the world, apply today.
At Spartronics, we don’t just build electronics. We build products lives depend on.
Spartronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled (41 CFR 60-1.4).
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. We can not sponsor Visas.