New

Senior Buyer

TEKsystems
$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 / yr
life insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Oregon, Cornelius
Apr 11, 2026
* Buyer - Cornelius, OR* Job Description: Responsible for leading all purchasing and sourcing activities, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and quality-driven acquisition of materials, components, and services. This role plays a critical part in supporting production schedules, inventory optimization, supplier performance, and overall operational efficiency. They will partner closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance to align procurement strategies with company goals, including lead-time reduction, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Procurement & Sourcing Leadership Oversee all procurement activities including raw materials, components, and indirect supplies Develop and execute sourcing strategies that support production demands and business growth Ensure material availability aligns with production schedules and customer delivery commitments Manage purchase order processes within ERP (Business Central) Supplier Management Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to support cost, quality, and capacity requirements Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance and reliability Monitor supplier performance including on-time delivery, quality, and responsiveness Lead supplier negotiations for pricing, terms, and long-term agreements Cost Control & Financial Alignment Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or delivery Partner with Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis Monitor and manage spending to align with company financial goals Support margin improvement initiatives through strategic sourcing Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Engineering on new product development and component sourcing Partner with Quality to ensure supplier compliance with regulatory and quality standards Collaborate with Production and Planning to support workflow, scheduling, and bottleneck management Support Sales and Customer Service with material availability and lead-time communication Inventory & Planning Support Optimize inventory levels to balance availability and working capital Support demand planning and forecasting activities Assist in reducing excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory Process Improvement & Systems Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and workflows Ensure data accuracy and system utilization within Business Central Develop and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and documentation Support ERP enhancements and reporting capabilities Additional Skills & Qualifications:* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred 5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts Strong understanding of inventory management, MRP, and production planning Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics Business Central strongly preferred) Job Type & Location* This is a Permanent position based out of Cornelius, OR. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr. Health Benefits Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance on the first of the month following 60 days from hire date. 401(K) Retirement Plan a. The Company will match 100% of an employee's contribution up to 3% of their annual salary; as well as an additional 50% match for any contribution between 3% and 5%. b. Automatically enrolled with a 3% contribution. You have the option to opt out or update contributions. 2. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance a. 100% covered through the company. 3. Life Insurance a. 100% covered through the company. 4. Flex Spending Plan (FSA/HSA) a. Voluntary plan b. Yearly enrollment, employee choice of amount deduction. 5. Oregon PMFL a. The total contribution is 0.983% which will be split between Employee 60% and Employer 40%. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Cornelius,OR. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.