Senior Buyer

Company: Qualigence International
Location: Willoughby
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Sr. Buyer Valley View, Ohio Cleveland, OH, US Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $95,000.00 Annually POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Buyer manages procurement activities and ensures the timely acquisition of materials, products, and services necessary for manufacturing and operations. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for supplier negotiations, maintaining cost efficiency, and ensuring the highest quality standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of supply chain management, vendor relations, and procurement processes. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Functions: Team Lead on the Procurement Team Run MRP minimum 2 times a week Buy, Cancel & Deferred and Expedited messages for your assigned Suppliers Assistant with Purchase requests Mentor and Train Team Members Scorecard Management Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly meetings with Suppliers Expedite with suppliers Update Shortage Report for their supplier/components Supply Chain lead in Production meetings Set up new items by entering in buyer/vendor/safety stock/min/lead-times and pricing Item master - Help maintain most update supplier data Send quote requests QC issue with suppliers will be managed in SAP - work with suppliers & QC to provide corrective actions when required Work with receiving and suppliers on any receiving issues Reconcile accounting issues and resolve discrepancies with quantity, pricing and on time payments KPI’s Work on strategic projects Participate in leadership Projects Qualifying new suppliers - Work with QC to qualify Set up new suppliers in SAP Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members. Assist with additional tasks as needed MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required). EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required). Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in procurement preferably in manufacturing environment Skills Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail. Proficiency in procurement and inventory management software (SAP experience preferred). Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials planning. Experience Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus. Experience with SAP preferred but not required Experience with developing and implementing procurement strategy Proficiency in using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

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