Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Buyer to join our procurement team. This position plays a key role in securing materials, components, and equipment that keep operations running efficiently while building strong supplier partnerships. The ideal candidate brings sound purchasing judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams and external vendors. Responsibilities: - Oversee purchasing activities from requisition through order completion, working with domestic and international suppliers to secure required materials on time and at agreed terms. - Create, review, and manage purchase orders, while following up on order status, shipment timing, and documentation accuracy throughout the procurement cycle. - Investigate and resolve supply issues such as quantity variances, delivery delays, pricing discrepancies, and shipment exceptions, keeping stakeholders informed of key updates. - Partner with procurement leadership to prepare and issue quote and proposal requests, supporting sourcing decisions and supplier selection efforts. - Act as the primary point of coordination between suppliers and internal departments to address purchasing concerns and maintain continuity of supply. - Handle nonconforming material cases and return authorization activities with vendors to support quality and inventory control objectives. - Maintain inventory at target levels by reviewing stock positions, recommending parameter updates, and aligning replenishment plans with business needs. - Ensure purchasing and supplier information in Epicor remains accurate, including lead times, pricing, commodity classifications, vendor records, and transaction details. - Measure supplier performance against delivery and quality expectations, documenting findings and contributing to ongoing supplier improvement discussions. Requirements - At least 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, inventory control, or supplier management. - Bachelor's degree in business, materials management, operations, supply chain, or a related discipline is preferred. - Strong background in corporate procurement, purchase order management, and end-to-end buying processes. - Experience using Epicor or a comparable ERP platform to manage purchasing data and inventory records. - Knowledge of sourcing electronic components and sheet metal, with the ability to work from technical specifications. - Practical understanding of contract negotiations, supplier performance management, and vendor relationship development. - Familiarity with manufacturing environments, including coordination with engineering, quality, and production teams. - Certification in procurement or supply chain management is considered an advantage. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .