Senior Manufacturing Buyer

Job overview

The Senior Manufacturing Buyer role is onsite in San Jose, CA, with stated annual compensation of $70,000–$80,000. Applied Engineering is a contract manufacturing company focused on delivering high-quality products. The buyer strengthens procurement and supply-chain performance by sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, managing inventory, and coordinating with production, engineering, and quality teams to support manufacturing schedules and continuous improvement.

What you'll do

• Develop sourcing initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and delivery
• coordinate procurement with manufacturing requirements
• evaluate supplier performance and negotiate contracts
• research market trends and material availability
• manage inventory levels
• improve procurement processes
• monitor and mitigate supply-chain risks
• collaborate with production, engineering, inventory, and quality teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior manufacturing buyer

strategic sourcing

procurement

supplier negotiation

inventory management

supply chain

epicor kinetic erp

san jose ca

applied engineering

$70k–$80k/year

manufacturing operations

continuous improvement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with premiums covered up to 100%, retirement savings plan, professional development, and an inclusive work environment.

Why this role

The posting notes that experience with Epicor Kinetic ERP is a plus and describes a staged 30-, 60-, and 90-day onboarding and implementation plan.

About the employer

Applied Engineering Technology Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.