Buyer - Toledo, OH

Job Title: Buyer Summary Connectronics Corp., a U.S. manufacturer of specialized electronic connectors including high-voltage interconnects, aerospace connectors, underwater connectors, high current connectors, and multi-pin cable assemblies has an opening in Toledo, OH for a Buyer to join our Purchasing Team. This position will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring raw materials and components essential for manufacturing operations. Responsibilities and Duties - Sourcing potential suppliers based on price, quality, and availability of parts and components. - Soliciting quotes from potential suppliers for items needed for production. - Negotiating pricing and delivery terms for contractual agreements. - Tracking the status of purchase order for the delivery of goods and verifying the product quality meets specifications. - Initiating return process for parts that fall short of expectations. - Working with the ERP system to maintain the necessary data for quotes, purchased parts, part creation, and reports. - Communicating product or supplier concerns and opportunities with the Purchasing Manager. - Maintaining open lines of communication with vendors to sustain strong relationships. - Coordinating with product development and engineering to support new product introductions. Qualifications & Skills - Associate's degree in purchasing, supply chain management, or other related business fields or 3-5 years' experience in Purchasing. - Demonstrated knowledge of strategic sourcing and tactical purchasing, including purchase order management and supplier negotiations. - Proficiency with ERP system, preferably Great Plains - Competent in Microsoft Office. - Effective communication and negotiation skills. - Capable of managing multiple initiatives and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Experience working in manufacturing and reading drawings/blueprints a plus. - Able to learn and understand the products being purchased and produced. Benefits - Paid vacation, sick, bereavement, and jury duty time - Paid Holidays - 401K & company match - Profit Sharing - Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (accompanied by other ancillary coverages) - Company paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company paid Short-term & Long-term disability Insurance - HSA w/ company contributions - Flex Time - Tuition Reimbursement - Employee Assistance Program - And more... EOE Non-Smokers Preferred Drug Free Workplace Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/E-Verify Participant