Senior Buyer - Metrology📍
Location: Tualatin, OR (On-site / Hybrid as applicable)
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Business Unit: Zero Touch Manufacturing - A Sandvik Company
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Employment Type: Full-Time; Permanent
About the RoleWe are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive
Senior Buyer with Epicor Kinetic experience to join our growing Operations team. In this role, you will play a key part in managing procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationships to ensure material availability for a precision equipment manufacturing environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a
small, startup-like operations team, where flexibility, ownership, and a hands-on mindset are essential. You'll collaborate cross-functionally and contribute beyond traditional purchasing responsibilities to help build a scalable and high-performing supply chain.
What You'll DoProcurement & Sourcing- Execute purchase orders in Epicor Kinetic for materials, components, and services
- Analyze MRP outputs and manage planned orders, reschedules, and exceptions
- Lead sourcing initiatives, including RFQs, supplier selection, and cost negotiations
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with cost, quality, and delivery goals
- Create, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts and long-term agreements
- Monitor and ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions
- Track open orders and proactively mitigate delivery risks
Supplier Management- Onboard, qualify, and evaluate suppliers
- Monitor supplier performance (OTD, quality, responsiveness, cost)
- Resolve supply issues including shortages, delays, and quality concerns
- Build and maintain strong supplier and stakeholder relationships
- Drive continuous improvement through Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) activities
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Partner with planning, engineering, production, and quality teams
- Support new product introductions (NPI) with sourcing and supplier readiness
- Help resolve material constraints and production bottlenecks
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain processes
Team Support & Operational Flexibility- Operate effectively in a small, agile team environment
- Provide backup support across operations as needed
- Assist with shipping activities (e.g., FedEx processing, labeling) within ~6 months
- Contribute to a collaborative, execution-focused culture
What We're Looking ForRequired- 3+ years of buying/procurement experience in manufacturing
- Experience with Epicor Kinetic or similar ERP systems
- Strong understanding of MRP, supply planning, and inventory control
- Background in sourcing, supplier onboarding, and contract management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and business systems
Preferred- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience in capital equipment or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing
- APICS / ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP)
- Proven track record in cost reduction and sourcing initiatives
- Familiarity with shipping systems (FedEx, UPS)
Key Strengths- Strategic sourcing and analytical thinking
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Supplier relationship management expertise
- Attention to detail and data accuracy
- Proactive problem-solving mindset
- Strong communication and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Additional InformationITAR Notice: This role may support work subject to U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As part of our future-state compliance requirements, candidates must be eligible to work on ITAR-regulated programs, including being a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR.
Why This Role MattersThis role is critical to ensuring
material availability, cost control, and supplier performance in a complex manufacturing environment. Your ability to manage suppliers effectively while stepping in to support broader operational needs will directly contribute to the scalability and resilience of the business.
