Senior Buyer
Our Sensors Division in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Senior Buyer to join our dynamic team! The Senior Buyer will take a lead role in procurement activities for complex and technical materials and services. This individual will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, driving cost reduction strategies, and ensuring optimal inventory levels to support production schedules. This position works cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, planning, and quality teams to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing decisions in alignment with business goals.
Location: Tempe, AZ
Your Challenge
- Lead procurement efforts for high-value, technical, or strategic commodities and services.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies, vendor selection processes, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning, and engineering departments to meet production needs.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to secure favorable agreements that align with company objectives.
- Track and expedite complex purchase orders; update shipping and delivery schedules proactively.
- Resolve supplier-related issues including claims, rejections, over/under shipments, engineering changes, and cancellations.
- Analyze supplier performance metrics and conduct site visits to evaluate production capabilities and compliance.
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable to address and resolve invoicing discrepancies.
- Monitor market trends, perform make-versus-buy analysis, and evaluate alternative sourcing opportunities.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior buyers or procurement staff as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office and experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Strong knowledge of engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing processes.
- Demonstrated ability to perform price/cost analysis and contract negotiations.
- PMAC, ISM, or APICS certification preferred (e.g., CPM, CPSM, CPIM).
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
