Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer at Masis Professional Group Senior Buyer at Masis Professional Group in Hopkinton, Massachusetts Posted in about 1 hour ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Senior Buyer - Electronics Manufacturing | Aerospace & Defense Competitive Compensation + Bonus Potential + Comprehensive Benefits A leading advanced manufacturing organization serving the aerospace, defense, and high-reliability electronics sectors is seeking a highly experienced Senior Buyer to join its growing procurement team. This is a hands-on, high-impact role ideal for a strategic purchasing professional with deep experience in both New Product Introduction (NPI) and high-volume production purchasing within a complex manufacturing environment. This individual will play a critical role in supplier management, material planning, cost optimization, and ensuring continuity of supply for mission-critical programs. Key Responsibilities Manage purchasing activities across electronic components and multiple commodity categories Support both NPI and production purchasing initiatives Generate, review, and maintain purchase orders through ERP/MRP systems Analyze Material Action Reports (MAR) and take corrective action as needed Negotiate pricing, lead times, and supplier agreements Coordinate with Program Management, Production, Scheduling, and Receiving teams Monitor inventory flow, push-outs, pull-ins, shortages, and recovery plans Perform cost analysis and support PPV initiatives Maintain strong supplier relationships and ensure on-time delivery performance Mentor junior buyers and support cross-functional procurement initiatives Ensure compliance with AS9100, ITAR, DoD, and related quality standards Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 10+ years of purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment Strong experience with electronic component procurement Proven background supporting both NPI and production purchasing Experience within aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing environments preferred Strong ERP/MRP experience (Epicor, SAP, Oracle, etc.) Advanced Excel skills required Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and vendor management skills U.S. Citizenship required due to regulatory compliance requirements Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company match Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Long-term growth opportunity within a stable and innovative organization If you are a proactive procurement professional looking to make an impact within a high-performance manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.