Senior Buyer - Manufacturing & Supply Chain

About the Role

As a Senior Buyer, you will manage end-to-end procurement operations, develop and maintain supplier relationships, and ensure on-time delivery of quality components. You'll play a critical role in driving inventory optimization, cost control, and supply chain excellence for a small, agile team. This is an on-site position located at our headquarters in Crystal Lake, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders and inventory levels

• Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, terms, and contracts

• Evaluate and qualify new suppliers, including on-site visits

• Monitor and report on supplier performance using scorecards

• Maintain ERP records and generate accurate stock reports

• Collaborate with Production and Quality teams on material needs

• Resolve supply issues and ensure fulfillment of contract terms

• Analyze demand trends and manage strategic procurement initiatives

• Oversee regular cycle counts and inventory audits

• Ensure product quality aligns with ISO and regulatory standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or Logistics

• 5+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in a manufacturing setting

• Experience working in a small company (50 employees or fewer)

• ERP system proficiency, Great Plains or Sage preferred

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and BOMs

• Strong analytical skills with Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills

• Knowledge of MRP and inventory control systems

• Must live within 45 minutes of Crystal Lake, IL, or be willing to relocate at own expense

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS or similar certification

• Experience with Accounts Payable

• Prior experience in medical device manufacturing

• Exposure to ISO 13485 or other regulated environments

Ready to make a meaningful impact in the medical imaging industry? Apply today to join Reina Imaging!