Buyer

Location: Akron, OH

Department: DEPTEC

The Opportunity

The Buyer is part of the Supply Chain Organization and is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services required to support business operations. This role reports directly to the Sr. Procurement Manager and will ensure the organization receives quality products at competitive prices while maintaining supplier relationships, meeting delivery requirements, and supporting cost-reduction initiatives. Organization, urgency, and thoroughness are essential to success in this job, as are solid teamwork skills. This role is located at our Akron, OH facility.

What you will do?

• Responsible for procuring Raw Materials and Components in a timely manner to ensure delivery prior to scheduled production date.
• Responsible for managing supply levels based on immediate demand, forecast quantities and material lead times.
• Daily responsibilities will include entering and issuance of purchase orders to vendors, daily communication with suppliers to manage on-time delivery of open orders, and working directly with multiple departments (Service, Engineering, Planning, Operations, Receiving and Accounting).
• Analyze purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information.
• Expedite supplier shipments; identify and resolve any potential delays while keeping affected departments informed of any materials delays or problems.
• Respond to supply shortages, quality issues and support of emergency orders outside of normal office hours as needed.
• Cycle counts, month end inventory reconciliation and review of aged inventory.
• Team player with a positive and cooperative attitude in a highly cross-functional organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5-7 years’ experience as a Material Planner/Buyer
• Purchasing in an ERP system environment and implementation.
• Knowledge of Procurement, Supply Chain and Inventory fundamentals.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications – specifically Excel
• Possess strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Confident and comfortable communicating effectively with all levels of personnel within the organization.
• Ability to build internal relationships with an emphasis on team collaboration.
• Basic negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Self-starter who isn’t afraid of thinking outside the box.
• Committed to Continuous improvement.

How we support you

We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.

• Performance-driven rewards – Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
• Comprehensive healthcare – Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family’s total well-being.
• Security and peace of mind – Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
• Flexible benefits options – A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
• Time to recharge – Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Investing in your growth – Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
• Planning for the future – Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.

Come build with us

At Integra, we’re driven by a vision to transform the data center industry. We specialize in delivering optimized turnkey solutions that bring together speed, quality, and reliability - helping our clients build and operate the mission-critical infrastructure that powers today’s digital world. Integra is a vertically integrated company - owning and managing every phase of the process from site selection and design to manufacturing, procurement, commissioning, and warranty. This approach allows us to move faster, solve challenges more efficiently, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners.

What truly sets Integra apart is our people. We are a team of problem-solvers, engineers, builders, and operators who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering results. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement - because in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, excellence and adaptability matter.

Joining Integra means being part of a company that is shaping the future of data center infrastructure. If you’re passionate about innovation, impact, and building systems the world depends on, you’ll find the opportunity to grow and make a difference here.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Integra provides equal employment opportunities for all people. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact talent_acquisition@integra.com