Buyer

TMC Vibration Control is looking for a Buyer to joining the supply chain team. As a buyer, you will manage, evaluate, expediting critical and select suppliers, provide strategic metrics to assist with cost reductions, inventory turns, and evaluate process improvement initiatives. Your knack for strategic thinking and top-notch negotiation skills will help us get the materials and services we need, right when we need them. This position will manage a wide range of commodities as assigned which include sheet metal, machining, PCB’s, electromechanical assembly and electronic components. Key Responsibilities Ensure Purchase Orders are placed, deliveries are scheduled and expedites purchase orders to meet production requirements. Review MRP requirements regularly and maintain inventory levels cost-efficiently. Participate in supplier selection, negotiation, and evaluation to meet cost and on-time targets. Ensure effective communication and coordination with the supply chain team US-based headquarters Develop Commercial Terms including Contracts and Purchase Orders within company policy guidelines. Collaborate with both local and international teams to achieve procurement goals. Analyzes costs and looks for opportunities for cost savings Manage procurement activities in alignment with global strategies and policies. Required Skills And Qualifications B.S. in related field. Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience in a high-mix, technical, manufacturing environment. CIPS, APICS, and/or CPM or equivalent certification preferred but not mandatory. Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean certification preferred but not mandatory. International and domestic travel required (10%-20%). Proficiency in PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Projects, and advanced Excel. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and BOMs. Experience supporting cross-functional and sourcing teams. Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with international teams. Ability to navigate and manage cross-functional relationships. Work Environment Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Flexibility to accommodate different time zones for meetings and collaborations. AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion. AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information. Show more Show less