Dearing Compressor & Pump Co · 1 month ago
Supply Chain Buyer
Youngstown, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDearing Compressor & Pump Co is a company that values its employees as the heartbeat of its success, fostering a collaborative and people-first culture. They are seeking a Supply Chain Buyer who will be responsible for preparing purchase orders for materials and services, verifying specifications, and managing supplier relationships to ensure quality and timely deliveries.
IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringMachinery Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Verifies material, parts descriptions and specifications of purchase requests
Uses Buyers Report to determine if inventory material or parts on hand is in sufficient quantity
Consults catalogs and websites, and contacts suppliers to obtain prices, specifications, and availability. Secures three bids for certain items
Types or writes invitation to bid forms and e-mails forms to supplier firms
Compares prices, specifications, and delivery dates and places orders with suppliers for parts and materials. Drives cost savings initiatives
Prepares and issues purchase orders and change notices
Purchases non-inventory paint, hardware and fittings, based upon stock levels, and current or upcoming job-related needs
Requests bids from suppliers for pre-packed fitting orders for engineered packages and coordinates deliveries with the warehouse
Performs order entry of steel and fittings into bills of material WIP orders
Performs data entry of purchase orders into the ERP system computer system
Contacts suppliers concerning late deliveries and assists with expediting activities. Acts as a liaison between departments and suppliers to assure quality and conformance to specifications for supplies and services
Obtains pricing and availability of special items requested for engineered packages in production
Purchases material for outside vendors (subcontractors) and coordinates material deliveries to their build locations
Update supplier shipping and delivery dates in ERP system
Continuously tracks progress on key items from suppliers and subcontractors
Work collaboratively within the Supply Chain team and with other departments
Helps drive continuous improvement initiatives
Provides lead work direction to other buyers
Qualification
Required
Minimum of an associate's degree or 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain practices and procedures and some sourcing experience
Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
Preferred
NetSuite ERP system experience a plus
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
9 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
401K Retirement Plan
Competitive Salary
100% Drug-Free Workplace Environment
Company
Dearing Compressor & Pump Co
Founded in 1945, Dearing Compressor & Pump Co. continues to be the industry leader in compressor distribution and packaging.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Becky Wall
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
Business Journal Daily | The Youngstown Publishing Company
2025-03-04
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