Senior Buyer
<p>We’re representing a leading manufacturer of heavy industrial equipment seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to manage the sourcing and procurement of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical parts and assemblies used in equipment builds. This position requires strong technical understanding, supplier management skills, and the ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery timelines across a diverse supply base. The role is fully remote and collaborates closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to ensure the right parts arrive on time to keep manufacturing schedules on track.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Source and purchase vendor-supplied parts, assemblies, and systems used in the production of heavy industrial equipment</li><li>Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms to achieve cost and delivery targets</li><li>Work directly with Engineering to review drawings, specifications, and Bills of Material to ensure accurate part selection</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with both domestic and international suppliers</li><li>Track supplier performance for quality, delivery, and cost stability; implement corrective actions when needed</li><li>Analyze market trends and lead-time fluctuations to anticipate supply chain risks</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify alternate suppliers or design changes that improve value and manufacturability</li><li>Maintain purchasing data and part cost accuracy within the ERP system</li><li>Support cost-reduction, vendor consolidation, and continuous improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Opportunity:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully remote role with flexibility and autonomy</li><li>Collaborate with a skilled engineering and operations team on high-impact equipment projects</li><li>Opportunity to influence sourcing strategy and supply chain performance</li><li>Strong company culture built around innovation, reliability, and continuous improvement</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half, Birmingham via LinkedIn</p>
<ul><li>5+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience within an industrial or equipment manufacturing environment</li><li>Proven ability to source mechanical and hydraulic components, subassemblies, and systems preferred</li><li>Skilled in vendor negotiation, cost analysis, and contract terms</li><li>Comfortable reading engineering drawings and technical specifications</li><li>ERP/MRP experience and strong Excel proficiency required</li><li>Excellent organizational and communication skills with a proactive problem-solving approach</li><li>Preferred: background in hydraulics, power units, or mobile equipment systems</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half, Birmingham via LinkedIn</p>
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- Starkville, MS
- remote
- Permanent
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80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>We’re representing a leading manufacturer of heavy industrial equipment seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to manage the sourcing and procurement of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical parts and assemblies used in equipment builds. This position requires strong technical understanding, supplier management skills, and the ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery timelines across a diverse supply base. The role is fully remote and collaborates closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to ensure the right parts arrive on time to keep manufacturing schedules on track.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Source and purchase vendor-supplied parts, assemblies, and systems used in the production of heavy industrial equipment</li><li>Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms to achieve cost and delivery targets</li><li>Work directly with Engineering to review drawings, specifications, and Bills of Material to ensure accurate part selection</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with both domestic and international suppliers</li><li>Track supplier performance for quality, delivery, and cost stability; implement corrective actions when needed</li><li>Analyze market trends and lead-time fluctuations to anticipate supply chain risks</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify alternate suppliers or design changes that improve value and manufacturability</li><li>Maintain purchasing data and part cost accuracy within the ERP system</li><li>Support cost-reduction, vendor consolidation, and continuous improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Opportunity:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully remote role with flexibility and autonomy</li><li>Collaborate with a skilled engineering and operations team on high-impact equipment projects</li><li>Opportunity to influence sourcing strategy and supply chain performance</li><li>Strong company culture built around innovation, reliability, and continuous improvement</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half, Birmingham via LinkedIn</p>
- 2025-11-05T17:18:44Z