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Purchasing Buyer Material Planner Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Purchasing Buyer

CA · On-site

$35 - $43/hr

Identifies and selects vendor to procure required supplies and/or materials, based on price ... Assists Sr. Buyer or Purchasing Manger with negotiations and/or more technical purchases as ...

Purchasing / Supply Chain / Logistics Requisition Number : MATER005924 * Posted : August 12, 2026 ... Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit The Material Planner / Buyer is responsible for ...

... or material, or other matters of mutual concern. * Creates, maintains updated product/vendor information. Ability to work with ERP system effectively. * Assists departments in defining purchasing ...

The Planner/Buyer is responsible for ensuring the right parts are available, at the right time and ... Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by planning material releases, identifying and securing ...

Purchasing / Supply Chain / Logistics Requisition Number : MATER005924 * Posted : August 12, 2026 ... Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit The Material Planner / Buyer is responsible for ...

Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit The Material Planner / Buyer is responsible for ... Review purchase requisitions and convert approved requests into accurate purchase orders in ...

PURPOSE The Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of materials, components, equipment ... Familiarity with procurement software and ERP systems. * Excellent communication and interpersonal ...

Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit The Material Planner / Buyer is responsible for ... Review purchase requisitions and convert approved requests into accurate purchase orders in ...

Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit The Material Planner / Buyer is responsible for ... Review purchase requisitions and convert approved requests into accurate purchase orders in ...

Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit The Material Planner / Buyer is responsible for ... Review purchase requisitions and convert approved requests into accurate purchase orders in ...

... or material, or other matters of mutual concern. * Creates, maintains updated product/vendor information. Ability to work with ERP system effectively. * Assists departments in defining purchasing ...

... purchase orders and coordinating inbound logistics. The role also supports sourcing activities ... Material Planning and Inventory Control · Translate demand forecasts and production schedules into ...

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Purchasing Buyer (Industrial Automation & Electrical Manufacturing)

Elkridge, MD • On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Temporary

Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description

TBest Services is seeking a technically proficient Purchasing Buyer for our client, a certified manufacturer specializing in industrial control panels, cable and harness assemblies, and electromechanical integration systems located in Elkridge, MD. Serving defense, transportation, industrial automation, energy, telecommunications, and government markets, the company operates within a regulated, high-mix manufacturing environment.

The Purchasing Buyer will own strategic sourcing, supplier performance, and material availability to support engineering-driven production while delivering measurable cost improvements. This role requires strong procurement expertise combined with technical familiarity with electrical components, fabricated parts, and industrial automation hardware.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies focused on total cost reduction, supplier performance, and risk mitigation
• Lead RFQ processes, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and long-term supply agreements
• Monitor market trends and identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities

Technical & Operational Purchasing

• Procure electrical components (breakers, relays, PLC hardware, wiring systems, power distribution) and machined or sheet metal parts
• Interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and engineering documentation to ensure accurate sourcing aligned with production requirements
• Manage MRP-driven purchasing activities, including purchase orders, lead times, and material availability
• Own material readiness and drive resolution of shortages impacting production schedules

Supplier & Performance Management

• Evaluate and manage suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness
• Own procurement KPIs including cost savings, on-time delivery, purchase price variance, and supplier performance metrics
• Support make-versus-buy decisions and supplier consolidation initiatives
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and customer-specific sourcing requirements
• Identify supply chain risks and develop contingency sourcing strategies

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, production, planning, and quality teams to resolve supply challenges and improve operational efficiency
• Participate in production planning and scheduling meetings to proactively manage material risks

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience within industrial, electrical, or manufacturing environments
• Strong familiarity with electrical components, control panel hardware, or electromechanical assemblies
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and engineering documentation
• Experience working in ERP/MRP-driven manufacturing environments
• Proven negotiation skills with demonstrated cost-reduction results
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

Preferred

• Technical or engineering background strongly preferred
• Experience in UL508A or regulated manufacturing environments
• CPM, CPSM, CSCP, or similar certification

Location: Elkridge, MD
Employment Type: Full-Time (On-Site)
Salary: $80,000–$90,000 annually + performance-based bonus