Buyer

BUYER

Location: Claremore, OK (On-site)

Position Summary

The Buyer keeps production schedules and customer commitments supplied through timely, accurate, and cost-effective purchasing of materials, supplies, and services. Working closely with Estimating, Engineering, Production Control, and Operations, this role obtains supplier quotes, supports new programs, manages recurring material needs, and follows up with suppliers to ensure production has the right materials, at the right price, when needed.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Quoting

• Prepare and issue Requests for Quote (RFQs) in support of engineering, estimating, operations, and customer requirements.
• Review supplier quotes for pricing, lead time, availability, terms, and fit with job or program needs.
• Support material quoting for new programs, customer orders, and production planning.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery dates, order terms, and long-term supplier agreements aligned with customer demand.

Purchasing & Material Availability

• Purchase recurring production materials and supplies, consolidating raw material buys where it improves cost or lead time.
• Monitor stock levels, open purchase orders, and supplier delivery status, and expedite orders to prevent production delays.
• Coordinate with internal departments to resolve material shortages, pricing issues, and delivery delays.
• Maintain accurate purchasing information in the ERP system and related tracking tools.

Supplier Performance & Compliance

• Track supplier quality and delivery performance, communicate concerns, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Identify cost-savings opportunities and improvements to purchasing efficiency.
• Prepare purchasing reports, cost analyses, and supplier performance information as needed.
• Ensure purchasing follows established company procedures, AS9100/ISO 9001 quality requirements, and customer requirements.

Education & Experience

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Degree in business, supply chain management, operations, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Experience

• Previous procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or production control experience preferred.
• Raw material buying and consolidation experience preferred.
• Experience operating within an AS9100 or ISO 9001-certified quality system preferred.

Technical Skills & Core Competencies

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with ERP systems for purchasing, order tracking, and recordkeeping.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office software for reporting and cost analysis.
• Ability to understand material requirements, purchase orders, supplier quotes, and production needs.

Core Competencies

• Clear, professional communication with suppliers and internal departments.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail, with disciplined adherence to purchasing procedures and accurate records.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily an office environment, with regular interaction with production, engineering, and manufacturing personnel and movement through production areas as needed.
• Ability to move throughout the facility, including up and down stairs, and safely navigate a production floor environment, including wearing required PPE.
• Extended periods of sitting, standing, and computer use; must follow company safety, quality, and confidentiality requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and to visually review hard-copy and digital specifications, engineering documents, and supplier documentation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Taylor Staffing is a full service generalized staffing service specializing in light industrial, manufacturing, and clerical positions in the United States. Our temporary hire periods are shorter than other agencies, and we have many other benefits and much more flexibility than our competition. We look forward to meeting you!