Junior Buyer - Columbia, MD

Purchasing Junior Buyer - Columbia, MD Contact Your Rohde & Schwarz recruiting team is looking forward to receiving your application. Info City/region Columbia (Maryland) (USA) Entry level Young professionals Employment Type Full-time Ref. Number 17300 Share more Recently named by Newsweek as one of the Best American Mid-Sized Workplaces in 2026, precision, speed, and reliability are the hallmarks of Rohde & Schwarz - and we need a Junior Buyer who embodies those same traits. Based in our Columbia/MD office, you will be on the front lines of our procurement operations, ensuring that the essential materials and services our team needs are delivered on time and within budget. From managing purchase orders to coordinating with suppliers, your work will directly impact the efficiency of our US operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love solving puzzles, and are ready to take ownership of your professional growth, apply today to join our dynamic team. Your tasks Process purchase orders accurately and timely based on approved requisitions Serve as the primary point of contact between internal stakeholders and external vendors, ensuring clear communication of technical requirements, delivery timelines, and order specifications Ensure order acknowledgements from vendors are received & recorded Coordinate with the internal requestor or warehouse/logistics to confirm receipt of goods/services Handle discrepancies in shipments (missing items, damaged goods) and resolve them with vendors Set up, maintain and update the data of approved vendors in the ERP system Assist in conducting vendor performance evaluations based on lead times, quality, and reliability Assist Senior Buyers in negotiating contracts and terms of service Provide reports and support in vendor management tasks Support and act as backup for other team members in their tasks Perform other duties as assigned by manager E