Senior Buyer

Position Summary:   Responsible for purchasing related to machine and parts procurement.  Conducts analysis on best procurement solutions for continued improvements related to cost, quality and delivery of parts.  Responsible for ensuring supplier performance by assisting with determining best procurement planning methods and tracking of ordering status.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares and issues Purchase Orders to suppliers per requirements in system and negotiated pricing agreed to per contracts and/or benchmarked quoting.
• Work with various internal and external suppliers, customers, groups and individuals to bring assigned projects to timely completion.
• Identify and mitigate supply and supplier risks. Evaluate new and current supplier performance. Manage the supplier relationships.
• Responsible for quality defect management with supplier returns and credits in coordination with PUQ.
• Manage local supplier performance and cost-saving initiatives, in addition to collaborating on Central Purchasing projects to enhance performance, delivery, and cost with larger suppliers
•  Identify on-going opportunities for improvement within the functional area (e.g. Cost Reduction Opportunities).

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management and/or equal value in work experience
• 5 years purchasing direct materials in a low volume high mix fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and comprehend basic technical/engineering drawings
• Advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of production and processing inputs, outputs, raw materials, waste, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing their manufacture of goods.

Preferred Qualifications:

• APICS CPIM certification is a plus.
• Ability to understand mechanical manufacturing designs and controls for purchasing parts.
• Experience with SAP in manufacturing environment
• Works with minimal supervision and able to develop and pursue processes/projects/tasks through to successful conclusion
• Ability to think strategically to new ideas of improved procurement planning to drive success
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers for basic pricing/stocking agreements and performance improvements

The expected compensation range for this position is between $95,000 - 115,000 annually.

Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

The welfare of our employees’ matters to us. Therefore, Syntegon offers a generous and attractive benefits package that meets our employees’ needs.

• Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription from day one)
• 401(k) with generous Company Match
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.