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Buyer Freedom, PA 7 DAYS AGO 22460828 Summary Freedom, PA In-Person Competitive Salary 1 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time Description Powering Transportation Reliability Through Strategic Procurement! MEPPIs Transportation Systems Division (TSD) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Buyer to procure materials and services that support TSDs P&C, HVAC, and Rail Services operations. In this role, you will source and qualify suppliers, negotiate contracts, ensure on-time delivery, administer DBE and Buy America requirements, and support continuous improvement of procurement processes. Your work will directly support the reliability, safety, and performance of MEPPIs transportation solutions.

What Youll Do Source & Qualify Suppliers:

Identify, qualify, and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery requirements. Obtain quotations and negotiate terms for materials and services supporting TSD production and Rail Services.

Monitor Supplier Performance:

Track supplier delivery, quality, and pricing performance; expedite orders; resolve late delivery issues; maintain performance records; and contribute to quarterly Supplier Scorecards.

Ensure Contract Compliance:

Communicate customer-specific contract terms to vendors and ensure flow-down compliance.

Manage Vendor Relationships:

Serve as liaison with suppliers to forecast needs, determine order strategies, and maintain performance. Support supplier capability through site visits and relationship building.

Review Procurement Documents:

Review requisitions and computer-generated purchase orders for accuracy, compliance, delivery timelines, and closure requirements.

Analyze Market & Specifications:

Use technical diagrams, specifications, and market data to determine best-source procurement strategies, including domestic and international sourcing.

Support Quality & Inspections:

Coordinate pre-shipment inspections, corrective actions, and quality issue resolution in collaboration with MELCO and MEPPI Quality groups.

Process Returns & NCRs:

Negotiate return terms on defective materials (NCRs) and coordinate transportation for material returns.

Execute DBE & Buy America/State Sourcing Administration:

Track TSDs DBE performance on assigned projects Complete monthly tracking reports for submission to customers Evaluate DBE suppliers as qualified vendors Monitor subcontractor compliance with customer vendor-requirement programs Develop recovery plans for DBE shortfalls and present recommendations to management Support Program Management on vendor compliance issues Support Continuous Improvemen To view the full job description please use the link below.

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