We're Hiring: Buyer IIILocation: South Deerfield, MA
Company: Pelican Products
What You'll Do:
As a Buyer III, you'll manage purchasing activities, develop supplier relationships, and drive sourcing strategies that support our manufacturing operations. You'll negotiate contracts, identify cost-saving opportunities, and work across departments to ensure materials are available to meet production demands.
- Purchase materials, components, and supplies to support production schedules and inventory requirements.
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and on-time delivery.
- Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing, and purchasing agreements to improve overall value.
- Develop and execute commodity strategies and purchasing plans that support business objectives.
- Identify and qualify new suppliers, including alternative sourcing options and new technologies.
- Partner with New Product Development teams to identify cost-effective sourcing solutions for new products.
- Drive year-over-year purchasing productivity improvements of more than 3% through cost reduction initiatives, supplier consolidation, make-or-buy analysis, and low-cost country sourcing.
- Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and commodity costs to anticipate supply chain risks and opportunities.
- Manage purchase orders, vendor information, and material master data within the ERP system.
- Coordinate shipments with suppliers to ensure materials arrive on time and production requirements are met.
- Analyze inventory levels, reconcile discrepancies, and identify excess or obsolete materials.
- Conduct root cause analysis for material shortages, missed deliveries, and nonconforming products to prevent recurring issues.
- Evaluate suppliers based on quality, service, delivery, and overall performance.
- Conduct supplier visits and evaluations to assess capabilities and compliance with company requirements.
- Review technical drawings and specifications to ensure purchased materials meet engineering and manufacturing requirements.
- Support ISO compliance, purchasing procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide guidance and training to other Buyers as needed.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of purchasing or procurement experience.
- Strong knowledge of purchasing procedures, sourcing strategies, and supplier management within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience negotiating supplier contracts, pricing, and purchasing agreements.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
- Experience managing purchasing activities, inventory levels, and supplier performance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate across departments.
- Must be eligible to receive information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
What's In It For You:
Join a company that truly values its employees! We offer a relaxed and casual work environment, a strong commitment to giving back to communities, and a focus on employee satisfaction. With regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations, we ensure that your voice is heard and your growth is supported.
- Competitive paid time off plans, holiday pay, and extra vacation purchase opportunities.
- 401(k) plan with immediate match.
- Great benefits, including options such as pet insurance.
- Health Savings Account contribution.
- Wellness Discount Program.
- Global Mental Wellness Program.
- Quarterly Employee Celebration Days.
- Peer-to-Peer Recognition Program.
- Service Recognition Program.
- Employee discounts on Pelican products, branded apparel, and gear.
- Employee referral program.
- Beautiful New England location.
- On-site gym.
- Established brand offering premium products you'll be proud to represent.
- And more!
Compensation & Benefits:Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The annual U.S. pay range for this position is listed below. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on your qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, 10 paid holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, company-paid life and disability plans, and matching 401k to eligible employees.
