We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Buyer to support manufacturing operations in Cincinnati, Ohio by ensuring materials are sourced efficiently and available when needed. This position plays a key role in balancing production demand, inventory objectives, and supplier performance while helping maintain a reliable flow of goods. The ideal candidate brings strong purchasing expertise, sound judgment in supplier coordination, and the ability to act quickly when material availability or service levels are at risk.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Issue and manage purchase orders to align material availability with production plans and inventory goals.<br>• Track supplier results across on-time delivery, product quality, and cost performance, and address gaps when standards are not met.<br>• Evaluate demand patterns, stock positions, and supplier lead times to reduce the risk of shortages or excess inventory.<br>• Follow up on critical materials, accelerate shipments when needed, and resolve supplier-related disruptions that could affect manufacturing output.<br>• Review purchasing system alerts, exceptions, and planning messages, then take timely corrective action.<br>• Negotiate pricing, delivery timing, and other commercial terms within approved procurement parameters.<br>• Maintain accurate purchasing records, item data, and system information to support effective planning and order execution.<br>• Partner with suppliers on confirmations, schedule updates, and order changes while supporting new parts, engineering revisions, and supplier qualification efforts.<br>• Work closely with Accounts Payable and internal stakeholders to investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.<br>• Contribute to cost savings, process improvements, supplier development, and compliance with company purchasing policies and ethical standards.
We are looking for a Supply Chain Buyer Planner to support manufacturing operations in Cincinnati, Ohio through proactive material planning, purchasing, and supplier coordination. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a supply chain specialist who can balance demand signals, inventory goals, and production schedules while keeping material availability on track. The role partners closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to maintain continuity of supply, improve purchasing performance, and help ensure smooth plant operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and manage purchase orders that align with forecasted demand, production requirements, and inventory objectives.<br>• Track supplier commitments and follow up on delivery timing, product quality, and cost performance to reduce operational risk.<br>• Evaluate material demand, stock positions, and lead time trends to minimize shortages while avoiding unnecessary excess.<br>• Take prompt action on urgent material issues by expediting orders and coordinating solutions with suppliers and internal teams.<br>• Review system-generated planning exceptions and purchasing signals, then determine the appropriate next steps to protect supply continuity.<br>• Maintain accurate purchasing records, part data, and related planning information within the company’s ERP environment.<br>• Communicate with suppliers regarding order acknowledgements, schedule updates, quantity changes, and other order-related adjustments.<br>• Assist with new item launches, engineering updates, and supplier onboarding activities that affect purchased materials.<br>• Partner with Accounts Payable and suppliers to investigate and resolve invoice and order discrepancies.<br>• Contribute to cost savings, supplier improvement efforts, and adherence to company purchasing policies and ethical procurement standards.