Buyer

Company: Alinabal - Manufacturing Facilities
Location: Milford
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Summary: The Buyer is responsible for procuring raw materials, components, services, and supplies required to support production schedules and operational objectives. This role manages the end-to-end purchasing process, including issuing and tracking purchase orders, negotiating pricing and terms, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. The Buyer collaborates closely with planning, production, engineering, quality, and finance teams to ensure materials are available as needed while aligning with cost, quality, and inventory goals. This position plays a key role in sustaining supply chain stability, mitigating risk, and supporting overall business performance. Responsibilities: Manage the procurement of raw materials, components, services, and supplies to support production schedules and operational needs. Issue and manage purchase orders from creation through delivery, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with production requirements. Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contract details with suppliers while maintaining quality and delivery standards. Build and maintain supplier relationships, identifying alternate sources when needed to support business continuity and reduce risk. Collaborate with planning, production, engineering, quality, and finance teams to ensure proper coordination of purchasing activities. Monitor supplier performance and proactively address any delivery, quality, or service issues. Conduct regular inventory reviews to maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess or obsolete stock. Support supplier audits, evaluations, and corrective actions as necessary. Partner with finance to resolve invoice variances and maintain purchasing records. Stay informed on market conditions, material pricing trends, and supplier capabilities that may impact procurement decisions. Support company goals related to cost control, quality, operational performance, and continuous improvement. Responsible for follow-up and tracking of all work orders, purchase orders, and outside processes, reporting any past due items or delays to the Purchasing Manager and appropriate personnel. Generate timely status reports to keep departments apprised of current product requirement status. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned. Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. 2 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Experience with ERP/MRP systems; proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to analyze data, manage competing priorities, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with ISO standards, ITAR compliance, and regulated industry procurement preferred. Proven ability to work cross-functionally while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and follow-through. Professional, dependable, and committed to contributing to both team and company success. Other Details: Work Environment: Primarily office-based with regular visits to the shop floor. May involve exposure to manufacturing conditions including noise and machinery. Physical Demands: Primarily office work, with occasional light lifting (up to 25 pounds). Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, with occasional extended hours. Travel: Minimal travel may be required. * * *The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. * *The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. * Alinabal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. You should be proficient in: Vendor & Supplier Management Inventory Management & Control Supply Chain Management Commodity Purchasing Experience Supplier Negotiation Experience Excellent Communication Skills Experience in a Manufacturing Environment Basic Computer Skills

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