Senior Buyer
Location : New Castle, PA
Compensation : $80-$90k base + bonus
Position Overview
A growing manufacturing organization in Western Pennsylvania is seeking a Senior Buyer to step into a high-impact role within its supply chain team. This position will be instrumental in managing day-to-day purchasing operations while driving greater efficiency and cost savings.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily purchasing operations with a focus on raw materials (30,000+ SKUs across domestic and international suppliers).
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times to deliver cost savings and strengthen vendor partnerships.
- Oversee inventory management activities and apply Lean principles to improve inventory turns.
- Partner with warehousing, production, planning, shipping, and engineering to support operational needs.
- Leverage ERP, Excel, and reporting tools (Power BI, AI, etc.) to improve reporting and decision-making.
- Mentor and guide a Buyer within the department, supporting their development and success.
- Regularly engage on the factory floor to stay aligned with production and supply chain demands.
- Support cross-functional projects that improve efficiency, supplier performance, and overall supply chain resilience.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required (Supply Chain, Business, or related). Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.5+ years of progressive purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.Strong negotiation and vendor management skills; proven cost savings experience.Knowledge of inventory management and Lean methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, etc.).Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with ERP systems and data / analytics tools (Power BI or similar).Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions.Why This Opportunity
Step into a key supply chain role at a time of growth and transformation.Direct mentorship from an experienced leader who values professional development.Competitive pay and a best-in-class benefits package, including fully paid medical and dental premiums.Opportunity to grow into a Purchasing Manager role in the future as the company continues to expand.Ferretti Search is proud to partner with this client on an exclusive basis. If you're an experienced Buyer ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a fast-growing manufacturing environment, we'd love to connect.
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