Buyer (Manufacturing)

Location: Belvidere, IL, USA

Company

hirify.global develops power and energy solutions focused on protecting homes, strengthening businesses, and supporting a more resilient and sustainable energy future.

What you will do

• Purchase components and execute standard procure-to-pay processes.
• Coordinate supplier demand forecasting, capacity planning, replenishment, inventory management, and procurement transactions.
• Manage supplier on-time delivery, purchase order acknowledgements, expedites, non-conforming material returns, and invoice resolution.
• Identify preferred suppliers and recommend cost-saving opportunities, including make-versus-buy analysis, alternative sourcing, and volume-based pricing.
• Plan inventory levels using PFEP and resolve issues that delay material deliveries.
• Coordinate engineering change orders with suppliers and internal functions and act as an SAP super user when assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a related field or 3 years of related supply chain experience.
• At least 1 year of purchasing, planning, or related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Problem-solving, contract negotiation, project management, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management.
• APICS or Certified Purchasing Manager certification.
• Experience with SAP or an equivalent ERP system.

Culture & Benefits

• Cross-functional collaboration with suppliers, sourcing, engineering, finance, and internal customers.
• Equal opportunity employment is provided.