Buyer II

Job overview

The Buyer II role is primarily onsite in Cranberry Township, PA, with flexibility to work remotely up to one day per week after training and proficiency; compensation is not specified. Cadence develops technical solutions for medical, life science, automotive, and other technologies. The buyer procures goods and services to keep the organization’s supply chain operating smoothly. The role builds supplier relationships, negotiates terms, manages purchase orders and contracts, and coordinates with internal teams to maintain material availability, quality, and cost control.

What you'll do

• Negotiate supplier terms including price, delivery, and payment
• research suppliers and market trends
• generate and manage purchase orders
• maintain supplier relationships
• analyze procurement costs
• collaborate across departments
• assess supply chain risks
• establish and monitor supplier quality standards
• develop supplier contracts
• ensure compliance with laws and policies
• align procurement with budgets and demand forecasts
• maintain procurement records
• identify process improvements and supplier diversity opportunities
• develop contingency plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

buyer ii

cranberry township pa

cadence inc

full-time

supply chain

procurement

supplier management

purchase orders

erp/mrp

onsite

hybrid flexibility

monday–friday

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Cadence supports APICS/ISM certification and ongoing learning.

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain, or at least two years of medical contract manufacturing operations experience; APICS/ISM certification support is available.

About the employer

Cadence Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.