Senior Buyer

Description

The Senior Buyer serves as a strategic and operational leader within the Procurement team at G&H Diversified Manufacturing, responsible for ensuring timely, cost-effective, and quality-driven sourcing of materials and services. By managing vendor relationships, supervising junior buyers, and driving continuous improvement through data-informed decision-making, this role directly supports the company’s production goals, customer satisfaction, and long-term growth.

CRITICAL FUNCTIONS:

• Process and manage all purchase requests from internal departments
• Compare pricing and delivery timelines from various suppliers to ensure best value
• Oversee vendor management including qualification and evaluation
• Monitor and optimize inventory control systems to maintain appropriate levels
• Track purchase orders from placement to delivery; address delays and discrepancies
• Collaborate with Sales to align procurement with demand forecasting
• Reconcile purchase orders with shipments; investigate and resolve any delivery issues
• Ensure all purchase documentation is accurate and compliant
• Address inquiries and issues related to purchasing and inventory
• Supervise and mentor two junior buyers, one Energetics buyer, and one local driver
• Facilitate continuous improvement across procurement processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a general office or procurement environment
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational skills with a customer service mindset
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented setting
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Knowledge of purchasing protocols, vendor compliance, and inventory principles

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Proficiency in Power BI for procurement and inventory analytics
• Exposure to AI tools for predictive purchasing and supplier intelligence
• Experience supervising personnel and managing cross-functional logistics
• Familiarity with Energetics procurement requirements