Position Overview

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring assigned goods and services to support manufacturing operations. This position ensures materials are purchased on time, at the right quality, and at the best total cost. The Buyer uses MRP/ERP systems daily to manage demand, maintain accurate data, plan purchases, and support production continuity.

Essential Responsibilities

• Utilize MRP/ERP systems to plan, schedule, and execute purchases for raw metals, components, and related manufacturing materials.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers for assigned categories ensuring quality, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, terms, and supply agreements with approved suppliers.
• Manage purchase orders from creation through closure, including tracking, expediting, adjusting, and resolving discrepancies.
• Monitor supplier performance, including on‑time delivery, quality metrics, and responsiveness.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Engineering, Operations, Planning, and Quality teams to support production and new product development initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement efforts aimed at cost reduction, supply reliability, inventory optimization, and working capital improvement.
• Assist internal stakeholders in defining raw material requirements and identifying alternative sources when needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, including experience buying direct materials and services.  
• Hands-on experience using MRP/ERP systems for demand planning, purchasing, and scheduling.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier‑management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Highly collaborative with a positive attitude, embraces the Technetics culture of Safety, Excellence and Respect.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with metal markets, machining processes, and commodity cost drivers.
• Professional certifications (CPSM, ASCM) are a plus.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and risk‑mitigation capability.
• Detail‑oriented with commitment to data accuracy in MRP/ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• Professional communication and vendor‑relationship skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her Supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Technetics.

Technetics Semi is a subsidiary of Enpro, a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences.

At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law.  If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.