Buyer II

Title: Buyer II

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Division: Technetics Group

Department: Supply Chain

Location: TNG Chicago

Job Summary & Job Duties

The Buyer II is a key member of the Technetics Group end to end supply chain team and collaborates with Engineering, R&D, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing, Sales, and Quality to identify, qualify, and develop suppliers of raw materials, manufactured components, and services.

The Buyer II identifies demand using MRP/ERP, forecasts, historical trends, discrete requests, and other means. The Buyer II is responsible for source identification, RFI/RFP/RFQ, bids, and bid analysis. Analysis performed by the Buyer includes Total Cost of Ownership, Risk Assessment, and similar. They will coordinate technical sourcing activities in cooperation with Engineering and Quality.

Essential Functions:
• Utilizes ERP / MRP system to plan and execute purchases of raw materials, components, supplies, services and other requirements.
• Conducts key strategic negotiations to ensure best price, terms, delivery, quality, and alignment with commercial strategies. Includes RFX activities, and source identification / qualification.
• Analyzes and manages suppliers and material markets for cost reduction, risk mitigation, alternative options, and opportunities.
• Builds and maintains strong supplier relationships to foster collaboration and trust, with a continuous focus on optimizing cost, ensuring quality and improving delivery performance.
• Responsible for site metrics, such as Cost Savings, OTD, Supplier Quality, Service Level, and similar.
• Participate on new product development (sourcing / costing).
• Has a good understanding of products and manufacturing processes related to the business.
• Works cross-functionally to calculate and establish stocking, replenishment and consignment levels for RM and supplies based on sourcing economies, business needs, and efficiencies.
• Manages key compliance elements, such as Conflict Minerals, ITAR, and similar.
• Ensures standardized work procedures for the Buyer II role are accurate and up to date.
• Performs any other assigned duty as directed by management.
• Up to 5% travel may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications required: Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Experience in ERP systems using MRP, Master Planning / Scheduling strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and technical specifications helpful but not required.
• Proficiency with LEAN, Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methods preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Enpro is 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. The company operates in two segments: Sealing Products and Advanced Surface Technologies.

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. 

Technetics Group 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.

*Enpro Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job.

* This position involves access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls.  Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. 

* Enpro carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors including the background, education, training, and experience required, as well as geographic considerations such as cost of labor, and applicable local and state laws. These considerations can cause the compensation offered to vary. The hiring range for this position is typically $68,987.49 - $103,481.24 annually. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. Bonus, gainshare, and/or equity may be eligible for this position. Enpro offers a range of benefits including, but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) matching, and other supplemental insurance options.