Senior Buyer in West Jordan, Utah at Quality Electrical Systems

Overview
The Senior Buyer is responsible for managing complex procurement activities, strategic sourcing initiatives, and supplier relationships to support production, projects, and operational requirements. This role acts as a subject-matter expert in purchasing, mentors junior buyers, and partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Project Management to ensure material availability, cost control, and supplier performance. The Senior Buyer plays a critical role in mitigating risk, controlling costs, and optimizing the supply chain.
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Key Responsibilities
• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
• Manage procurement of materials, components, and services to support production and project-based demand
• Develop sourcing strategies to mitigate risk, reduce lead times, and control costs
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on price, quality, delivery, compliance, and service
• Lead supplier negotiations including pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contract conditions
• Maintain and improve supplier performance metrics (On-Time Delivery, quality, responsiveness, Purchase Price Variance)
• Resolve supplier issues related to shortages, quality defects, delays, and discrepancies
• Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and periodic evaluations
• Act as primary escalation point for critical supplier issues
• Review MRP demand, forecasts, and project requirements to place timely purchase orders
• Manage complex or high-value purchase orders and long-lead materials
• Coordinate with receiving, inventory control, and accounting to resolve invoice or receipt issues
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with internal controls and audit requirements
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Knowledge and Experience Requirements
• Minimum of 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience
• Preferred certifications such as CPP (Certified Purchasing Professional) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)
• Strong knowledge of MRP systems and procurement processes
• Familiarity with supplier evaluation, sourcing strategies, and contract management
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and lead negotiations
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Core Competencies
• Strategic sourcing and supplier management
• Negotiation and conflict resolution
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Cross-functional collaboration and influence
• Mentorship and team development
• Compliance and process adherence
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Skills and Specifications
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills to optimize supplier agreements
• Advanced computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and MRP systems
• Strong analytical skills for cost, performance, and risk evaluation
• Ability to manage multiple high-value and complex purchase orders simultaneously

Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA, HRA, and FSA options
Life and disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Telehealth and wellness resources
Additional voluntary benefit options available