Machined & Fabricated Buyer is responsible for sourcing, quoting, and purchasing machined and fabricated parts while developing supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement. You will support cost reduction initiatives, evaluate supplier capabilities, and ensure the quality and reliability of critical components used in production.
On Site- Bedford/Lynchburg VA Market
US Persons
This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, experience in a manufacturing environment, and an interest in long-term strategic procurement work.
Key Responsibilities
- Source, purchase, and negotiate pricing for machined and fabricated components
- Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Obtain, evaluate, and compare supplier quotes and estimates
- Perform cost and labor analysis for machined/fabricated parts
- Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to ensure supplier alignment
- Develop supplier relationships and monitor performance on quality, cost, delivery, and capability
- Support make/buy decisions, process improvements, and new product/component launches
- Maintain accurate purchasing data and documentation within ERP systems
- Drive strategic initiatives including cost savings, risk mitigation, and supplier consolidation
- Support sourcing for components involving bearings, motors, and other mechanical assemblies
- Work fully onsite in Lynchburg to collaborate with cross-functional manufacturing teams
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business (required)
- 3+ years of purchasing and/or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Strong mechanical aptitude; familiarity with machining or fabrication processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- APICS or Supply Chain Management certification preferred
- Strong communication, negotiation, and supplier management skills
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and work onsite in Lynchburg, VA
Preferred Background (Highly Attractive)
- Prior machinist, tool & die, or machine shop experience
- Background in estimating or quoting machined parts
- Experience with bearings, motors, and mechanical components
- Technical buyer, estimator, or strategic sourcing specialist experience
- Understanding of manufacturing workflows, tolerances, and machining terminology
Why This Role Attracts Strong Lynchburg Manufacturing Talent
- Hands-on collaboration with engineering and production
- Opportunity to step into strategic sourcing, not just transactional buying
- Work with complex machined and fabricated components
- Ability to influence supplier selection, cost, and quality
- Growth path into senior strategic sourcing roles
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client
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