Buyer

Chris Craft • Sarasota, FL • 3h ago

Build the boats everyone dreams about-by making sure the right materials arrive at the right time.

At Chris-Craft, we don't just build boats-we craft timeless American icons. Our attention to detail, heritage styling, and uncompromising quality begin long before the first plank is laid. That's where you come in.

We're searching for a motivated Buyer to join our Materials team in sunny Sarasota, Florida. This is an outstanding opportunity for a detail-oriented, driven supply chain professional who wants to learn the business, grow their purchasing expertise, and have a direct impact on the production of world-class luxury boats.

What You'll Do

As a Buyer at Chris-Craft, you'll support core purchasing activities that keep our production lines running smoothly and our suppliers aligned with our high standards. You'll work independently while partnering closely with Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Quality teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing purchase orders and forecasts to ensure timely delivery of materials

Maintaining accuracy within our ERP/MRP system (Epicor)

Purchasing materials in alignment with inventory and production targets

Troubleshooting and resolving supplier, pricing, and delivery issues

Expediting orders to meet changing production and aftermarket demands

Coordinating engineering changes that impact purchased materials

Reconciling invoices and resolving receiving discrepancies

Evaluating supplier performance, value, and competitiveness

Assisting with supplier negotiations and contract pricing

Developing and maintaining qualified suppliers for assigned commodities

Participating in cross-functional problem solving across the organization

More experienced candidates may take on additional responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

We're open to both early-career professionals and more experienced buyers who love hands-on work and collaboration.

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

0-5+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience (more experience considered)

A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field (preferred)

Knowledge of purchasing principles and manufacturing environments

ERP/MRP experience and strong Microsoft Office skills

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

Clear, professional communication skills

A proactive mindset and pride in accuracy and follow-through

The ability to work independently while being a strong team player

APICS certification (or interest in obtaining one) is a plus.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Iconic brand with a legacy of craftsmanship and innovation

Visible impact-your work directly affects production and delivery

Growth-oriented environment with training and advancement opportunities

Collaborative culture that values ideas and continuous improvement

Beautiful Sarasota location near beaches, waterways, and year-round sunshine

If you're ready to grow your career while helping build some of the finest boats in the world, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Chris-Craft legacy.

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