Buyer

American Hydro • York, PA • 1d ago

Company Description

Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is a leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydro electric industry, specializing in design, engineering, precision CNC manufacture, upgrades and servicing of high-performance, hydro-turbines and large pumps.

We are currently looking for a Buyer to add to our team located at our York, PA facility. We are a tight-knit group that takes a great deal of pride in what we produce. If you are a detail-oriented, hardworking Mechanical Engineer who is looking for a place to call home, we invite you to apply for this opening.

Job Description

Position Summary & Objective

The Buyer is a strategic procurement professional responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the supply of materials, components, and services required for a heavy fabricating manufacturing environment. This role oversees complex, high-value purchasing activities across a global supply base, ensuring cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and adherence to quality and delivery requirements. The Buyer partners closely with engineering, operations, quality, and finance to support production schedules and long-term business objectives.

Essential Functions Performed by the Position

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for raw materials, fabricated components, capital equipment, and specialized services used in heavy manufacturing.

Identify, evaluate, and qualify global and domestic suppliers to ensure capability, capacity, and compliance with technical and quality standards.

Lead supplier negotiations focused on cost reduction, long-term agreements, risk mitigation, and performance improvement.

Monitor supplier performance using KPIs such as on-time delivery, quality, and cost competitiveness.

Drive supplier development initiatives to strengthen supply chain resilience and reduce total cost of ownership.

Monitor reporting and ERP system for purchase demand requirements.

Expedite or follow-up on purchases when required and update record if ship dates change.

Negotiate Blanket Orders, with suppliers, for frequently needed materials.

Support logistics and customs activities.

Using data analytics across spend categories to drive organizational decision making through Power BI.

Satisfy ISO 9001 Quality Standard as it applies to purchasing functions.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, blueprint reading and quality assurance procedures.

Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Power BI.

Proficient in use of ERP systems to support purchasing activities (Epicor)

Required Education and Experience

Associates degree or Bachelors degree preferred or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in a job shop or engineered to order manufacturing environment is preferred.

Heavy manufacturing experience preferred.

Licenses or Certifications Required

None

Additional Information

Environment and Working Conditions

Normal office environment; some interaction in a heavy steel fabrication environment to coordinate with manufacturing team members

Travel Requirements (percent)

10%

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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