Buyer II, Supply Chain (Cincinnati, OH, US, 45241)
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Enable Injections is hiring a Buyer II, Supply Chain (Cincinnati, OH, US, 45241). The Buyer II, Supply Chain executes purchase orders, monitors supplier performance, and analyzes demand to prevent shortages. This role involves resolving supplier issues, negotiating pricing, and maintaining accurate purchasing records. The Buyer II also supports new part introduction and participates in continuous improvement initiatives.
Key focus areas include Execute purchase orders to support MRP requirements, production schedules, and inventory targets, Monitor supplier performance related to delivery, quality, and cost, and Analyze demand, inventory levels, and lead times to prevent shortages and excess inventory.
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Supply Chain Or Equivalent Experience, 4+ Years Purchasing/Supply Chain Experience, and Experience Working In An ERP System. Important skills include MRP, BOMs, Production Planning Concepts, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, and Problem-Solving Skills. Preferred (not required): SAP Purchasing Transactions, Shortage Resolution, Production Readiness, and Material Planning.
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Location: Onsite
Status Type: Full Time
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, operations, or related field or equivalent experience
- 4 years of purchasing/supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience working in an ERP system
- Working knowledge of MRP, BOMs, and production planning concepts
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
- Effective communication skills with internal teams and external suppliers
Preferred:
- Experience purchasing direct materials in a manufacturing setting
- Familiarity with SAP purchasing transactions
- Experience supporting shortage resolution and production readiness
- APICS or related supply chain certification
Skills & Competencies:
- Material planning and shortage management
- Supplier coordination and escalation
- Data‑driven decision making
- Time management and prioritization
- Attention to detail
- Cross‑functional collaboration
Physical Requirements:
- Occasional interaction with production floor
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
- Must be able to work in an office and manufacturing environment
- Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office equipment, such as printer, telephone, etc.
- Position requires being physically present on the premises during regular company hours or as approved by management
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute purchase orders to support MRP requirements, production schedules, and inventory targets
- Monitor supplier performance related to delivery, quality, and cost
- Analyze demand, inventory levels, and lead times to prevent shortages and excess inventory
- Expedite materials and resolve supplier issues impacting production
- Review MRP messages and exception reports and take appropriate action
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms within established guidelines
- Maintain accurate purchasing info records and master data in SAP
- Coordinate with suppliers on order confirmations, delivery schedules, and changes
- Support new part introduction, engineering changes, and supplier qualification activities
- Work with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies
- Participate in continuous improvement, cost reduction, and supplier development initiatives
- Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and ethical standards
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