Buyer at Advanced Ground Systems Engineering LLC – Cincinnati, Ohio

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Buyer responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the procurement of electromechanical equipment and parts to meet the operational needs of AGSE. This role ensures timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The Buyer collaborates with internal teams and suppliers to optimize the supply chain and maintain strong supplier relationships.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of a Buyer include:

• Commodity Management
• Assist in performing supplier assessments and selection.
• Obtaining and analyzing quotes with detailed assessment of cost breakdowns and deliveries.
• Selecting most competitive supplier proposal based on price, quality, and delivery using mathematical and financial analysis tools.
• Entering and maintaining purchase orders in ERP system.
• Leading weekly delivery status meetings with key suppliers.
• Working with all departments to resolve non-conformities to ensure compliance with all customer requirements and contracts.
• Improving supplier performance by assisting in supplier training and participating in supplier cost reduction projects to achieve cost and delivery targets

Additional responsibilities include:

• Facilitate the efficient movement of materials to support production, enable the efficient receipt of raw materials, and prepare shipment of finished goods.
• Distributing monthly supplier performance (KPI) reports
• Maintaining Approved Supplier Listing (ASL) list.
• Following all processes and procedures to maintain ISO certifications.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.
• Ability to follow an individual work plan, meet day-to-day short-term objectives and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.

What we offer:

• Annual bonus (Discretionary) Program
• Health insurance
• 401k with Match
• Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible spending account (section 125)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Type: Full-time and Onsite Role ONLY

Pay: $65,000 - $85,000 Base per year + up to 10% Annual Discretionary Bonus Pay

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred (combination of experience and education in lieu of degree may be considered) in engineering, supply chain or related discipline with a minimum of 5-years proven experience in sourcing electromechanical tools and/or equipment.
• Willing to perform on-site supplier evaluations and audits in North America, South America, Europe, India, Southeast Asia.
• Possesses working knowledge of sourcing and supply-chain management methodologies with strong negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with supplier surveillance and auditing.
• Experience/familiarity with ISO9001:2015 certification.
• Working knowledge of special manufacturing processes and methods including machining and welding of complex metals parts.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Knowledge of geometric symbols, technical drawings and understanding of GD&T principles.
• Ability to travel to global suppliers and represent AGSE in a professional manner and perform activities listed above.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here represent those employee encounters while performing this job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate. However, in certain assignments, an employee may work near moving equipment and be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, biological hazards, airborne fumes, outdoor weather conditions, and loud, prolonged noise.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 5% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person