Buyer

Price Industries Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Buyer in Lawrenceville GA to support our growing supply chain by ensuring materials components and services are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. The Purchasing Buyer is responsible for sourcing ordering and tracking materials and components required to support production and operations. This role collaborates closely with suppliers internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery cost control and optimal inventory management while upholding Price Industries standards of quality and reliability.

Responsibilities:

• Execute purchase orders for raw materials components MRO (maintenance repair and operations) items and services according to demand forecasts and production schedules.

• Monitor supplier performance including on-time delivery lead times pricing accuracy and product quality.

• Maintain and manage supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and favorable terms.

• Collaborate with planning inventory control engineering and production teams to align purchasing with operational needs.

• Proactively identify and resolve issues related to shortages backorders or material quality discrepancies.

• Track and report on key purchasing metrics such as purchase price variance lead time and supplier compliance.

• Assist with sourcing alternatives and cost reduction initiatives including vendor evaluations and negotiations.

• Ensure accuracy of purchasing data in the ERP system (e.g. IFS) including lead times pricing and supplier information.

• Support continuous improvement efforts in procurement processes inventory management and supplier development.

• Maintain compliance with internal policies industry regulations and corporate sourcing standards.

Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related field.

• 2 years of experience in purchasing or procurement preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Strong negotiation communication and supplier management skills.

• Proficiency in ERP systems (IFS preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel Outlook Word).

• Ability to analyze data manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience in HVAC mechanical or component manufacturing.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and supply chain best practices.

• Knowledge of international sourcing Incoterms and freight/logistics coordination.

PI123

We are the forefront leader in non-residential air distribution products across North America. We are committed to nurturing passionate and adaptable individuals who will play pivotal roles in shaping our future. After 75 years Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service and social responsibility. Our long-standing vision values and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our company.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITING AGENCIES

Please be advised that Price Industries is NOT currently engaging third-party recruiting services. Any resumes submitted without a signed contract dated on or after January 2025 AND specifically engaged for a specific search from Price Industries Human Resources department will be considered the property of Price Industries with no fee obligation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.