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    "description_html": "<span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\">The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, equipment, and services required for manufacturing operations. This role ensures uninterrupted production by maintaining optimal inventory levels, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost‑effective purchasing strategies. The Buyer collaborates closely with production, engineering, planning, quality and customer service teams to meet operational goals.</span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Essential Job Duties</b></span></span></span><ul style=\"margin-bottom:11px;\"><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Supplier Sourcing — </b>Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers capable of meeting quality, cost, and delivery requirements.</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Purchase Order Management — </b>Create, issue, and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials.</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Negotiation Strategy — </b>Negotiate pricing, terms, contracts, and long<span style=\"font-family:'Cambria Math', serif;\">‑</span>term agreements to optimize cost savings.</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Supplier Relationship & Performance —</b>Establish and communicate clear expectations for quality, cost, delivery and responsiveness. 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Monitor performance through KPIs and scorecards.  </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Supplier Audits & Compliance – </b>Participate in supplier audits to ensure compliance with company requirements and quality management system. </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Non-Conformance –</b> Manage supplier non-conformance including, containment, root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions. </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Cross</b><b><span style=\"font-family:'Cambria Math', serif;\">‑</span>Functional Collaboration </b><b>— </b>Work with production, engineering, and quality teams to support new product launches and resolve supply issues.</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Cost Reduction Initiatives — </b>Identify opportunities for cost improvement through alternative materials, suppliers, or processes.</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Data & Reporting — </b>Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier data in ERP/MRP system<b>s.</b></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Compliance Oversight — </b>Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\">All other duties as assigned</span></span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Education</b></span></span></span><ul style=\"margin-bottom:11px;\"><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\">High School Diploma or GED required</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\">Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or business operations preferred</span></span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><b>Skills and Qualifications</b></span></span></span><ul style=\"margin-bottom:11px;\"><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\">1-3 years’ related experience working in manufacturing operations environment</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\">Procurement Knowledge — Understanding of purchasing processes, supply chain principles, and contract terms.</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\">ERP/MRP Experience — Proficiency with systems such as Epicor, Oracle, SAP, or similar.</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\">Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements. 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