Buyer (Aftermarket)

Trident Maritime Systems-Heavy Equipment Group
United States, Michigan, Iron Mountain
Oct 28, 2025
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: Purchase material meeting quality and delivery requirements at the best price possible. MAJOR DUTIES: Obtain competitive pricing from qualified vendors based on requisitions or Recommended Order Report Negotiate the best deal for price, delivery, and terms and place purchase orders. Interview salespersons and seek new qualified suppliers. Ensure correct requirements are flowed down to suppliers. Approve invoices as required. Acts as liaison between the supplier and the company. Build strong and trusting relationships with suppliers. Maintain market awareness for the commodities in buyer's area of responsibility. Maintain Negotiated Savings log. Track and maintain the Small Business, Supplier Evaluation, and the Annual Supplier Evaluation for assigned suppliers. Resolve defective material problems including negotiating settlements for vendor chargebacks. Other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: 2-3 years buying experience in the manufacturing industry. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Job may require long hours of sitting/computer usage.