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Senior Buyer- Sherman- 2010578

Coherent Corp (II-VI INCORPORATED) • Sherman, TX • 17h ago

Senior Buyer

Company:

II-VI AEROSPACE and DEFENSE

Location:

Sherman, US-TX 75090

Req Number:

2010578

Job Posting URL:

https://hcwp.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience#/requisitions/preview/2010578{target="_blank"}

Job Ad Opened:

2/24/2026

Description:

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Manage processes related to the purchase of equipment, supplies and services for assigned suppliers, categories and manufacturing site.

Participate in developing and monitoring performance against the annual operating budget.

Coordinate formal and informal bids, request for quote/qualification (RFQ'S), Request for proposals (RFP'S); ensures all applicable legal and contractual provisions are met; manage and participate in solicitation, evaluation and award of bids; perform or assist others in the performance of price/cost analysis; negotiate contract provisions; prepare specifications as required.

Leader in cost reduction activity and report them to the purchasing manager on a consistent basis.

Maintains the MRP system's integrity, monitoring indicators, reporting on and ensuring the smooth flow of purchasing transactions (from PO entry, expediting, tracking multi-party component assemblies, assist in part number creation, etc.)

Create consigned vendor managed inventory (CVMI) or vendor managed inventory (VMI) agreements and maintain proper inventory levels to the benefit of the operation's performance.

Determine appropriate contracts for various @types of procurement needs; review requisitions/purchase orders and related documents for completeness, accuracy and compliance with department and company procedures and requirements; review invoices and other documentation for accuracy and compliance; resolve disputed invoices.

Have an in depth understanding of commodities purchased and industry leaders that provide said commodities. Interface with internal customers, work with peer groups and support the purchasing team.

Participate and or lead cross functional teams to meet department goals and objectives. Must be the commercial expert in all team activities.

Education and Experience

Minimum 6 yrs. of direct or closely related experience.

BS/MS or equivalent degree in related field

Skills

Working understanding of MRP systems, bill of materials (BOM), Accounting, production control, receiving and inventory along with some database management skills will support the requirements of this job.

Understand Purchasing's role in the ERP/MRP (Expandable) environment along with ability to interface with manufacturing data base systems (Agile)

Strong customer service skills are required to be able to interface with internal customers as well as outside suppliers. Must be able to effectively communicate between operations personnel and upper management.

Must have strong time management skills; Self-motivation is required for timely completion of projects and duties.

Working knowledge of the procurement and supplier management processes.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to support internal customer's and external supplier relationships. Conflict resolution and team development in a dynamic environment requiring the ability to work with and influence others.

Must be willing to get involved, ask questions, obtain support from and give to others.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment and climate-controlled manufacturing facilities.

Work around chemicals (such as solids and acids)

Weekend availability may be required

Physical Requirements

Stand for up to 1

Lift up to 6-10 Pounds

Push/Pull up to 6-10 pounds

Sit for up to 4 hours at a time

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

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