How do I apply for Senior Buyer at Vanguard EMS, Inc.?

Follow the instructions in the job description to apply on Vanguard EMS, Inc.'s own site.

Where is this Senior Buyer job located?

This role is based in Beaverton.

When does this job posting expire?

Applications close on December 13, 2026. Apply before then to be considered.

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Full-time

Senior Buyer

Vanguard EMS

Beaverton, Oregon, United States 1 day ago

AI overview

The Senior Buyer coordinates material quotes, sourcing selection, and procurement activities for components and MRO supplies. Responsibilities include purchasing material to MRP, interfacing with customers and suppliers, maintaining purchasing databases, and negotiating agreements. Requirements include 3-5 years of experience purchasing electronic components, a business degree or equivalent, and proficiency in MS Excel and MRP systems.

The Buyer coordinates material quotes, sourcing selection and procurement activities for component requirement and MRO capital supplies. Maintain purchasing databases for procurement, inventories, and vendor performance.

Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

Requirements

What you’ll do:

Purchase material to MRP in support of customer demand.

Interface with customers in support of the Program Team(s) (component requirements, AML, availability, excess, quality issues, etc.)

Provide quote support for both current and potential customers, purchasing & managing MRO material.

Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Maintain purchasing and material databases.

Support accounting, material control and inventory requirements.

Negotiate maintenance agreements as appropriate.

Develop purchasing policies and procedures as required.

What you’ll need:

Advanced proficiency in computer systems, including MS Excel (vlookups, etc), Office, and Outlook.

Strong problem solving, proactive follow-up and relationship building and negotiation skills.

Self-motivated, initiative for processes (problem-solving, making decisions, taking risks, owning outcome).

3-5 years’ experience purchasing variety of electronic components; business degree/equivalent.

Experience purchasing equipment and MRO for a manufacturing environment preferred.

Business degree or equivalent required.

Work experience in an ISO certified business is preferred.

Working knowledge of MRP and inventory management required.

CPM or CPIM preferred.

Education and/or Experience:

Experience purchasing of a variety of raw materials.

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.