Buyer II / III Direct Materials
Hamilton Company
Summary
The Buyer II / III Direct Materials is responsible for purchasing direct materials for their assigned commodities per MRP requirements from approved suppliers. Collaborate with key stakeholders to implement commodity strategies to mitigate risk, ensure supply and drive cost efficiencies. Review order action report and take appropriate actions.
Job description
- Negotiate costs, evaluate and maintain inventory to target safety stock levels
- Work with accounting to set up new suppliers
- Coordinate with accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies
- Proactively manage P.O's for accuracy including costs and confirmed delivery dates
- Work with engineering and key stakeholders in implement risk mitigation plans for single sourced suppliers
- Proactively resolve production and provide updates to affected groups
- Review assigned NCR's and process returns to suppliers in a timely manner
- Monitor and report KPI's with key suppliers and drive improved performance
- Monitor suppliers lead time and update system as required
- Work Closely with NPI Project teams on transfer of products from NPI to production ensuring material coverage thru component lead times
- Maintain strong cross functional relationships and communication with intercompany departments supported by purchasing
- Intercompany purchasing
Qualifications
- Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment
- Strong written and verbal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft applications Excel, Power point etc
- Ability to communicate with multiple levels of staff and management throughout the organization.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Strong attention to details.
- Ability to work independently.
- Possess effective collaborative, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Position requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
- Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Education/Experience
- BS/BA degree in Business, Supply chain or related field from a regionally accredited University.
- 5+ years of purchasing experience
- 3 plus years of a manufacturing environment is a plus.
- Experience in managing multiple commodities
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with D365 and SAP a plus
Requirements
- BS/BA degree in Business, Supply chain or related field from a regionally accredited University.
- 5+ years of purchasing experience
- Experience in managing multiple commodities
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment
- Strong written and verbal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft applications Excel, Power point etc
- Ability to communicate with multiple levels of staff and management throughout the organization.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Strong attention to details.
- Ability to work independently.
- Possess effective collaborative, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Sick Time
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Company overview
Hamilton Company is a global leader in laboratory automation and precision liquid handling systems, serving the life sciences, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Reno, Nevada, the company specializes in developing innovative robotic systems, automated workstations, and liquid handling technologies that enhance research efficiency and reproducibility. Hamilton's product portfolio includes automated pipetting systems, microplate handlers, sample storage solutions, and consumables designed for high-throughput screening, genomics, proteomics, and drug discovery applications. The company's technologies are widely used in academic research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and clinical laboratories worldwide. With a strong focus on precision engineering and reliability, Hamilton Company has established itself as a trusted partner for laboratories seeking to automate complex workflows and improve experimental outcomes. Their solutions enable researchers to increase productivity while maintaining data integrity and reproducibility across diverse scientific applications.