Buyer - Harrison, OH.
Cincinnati Incorporated is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Buyer I to support our direct materials procurement operations. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring production continuity by executing purchasing activities for metals (sheet, plate, tube), electrical/electronic components, and fasteners.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a strong foundation in supply chain and procurement while contributing to operational efficiency and supplier performance. You will gain hands-on experience in cost management, lead time optimization, and inventory control, while collaborating cross-functionally with internal teams and external suppliers.
We proudly support veterans and military families and strongly encourage U.S. military veterans to apply. The skills developed through military service - such as discipline, accountability, teamwork, and problem-solving - translate well into this role and are highly valued at our organization.
About Cincinnati Incorporated:
Cincinnati Incorporated (CI) has been manufacturing industrial machinery since the late 1890s and remains a respected name in the fabrication industry. Our success is built on a culture of integrity, craftsmanship, innovation, and hard work. We take pride in our people and offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally.
Why This Role is Exciting:
- Gain hands-on experience in direct materials procurement within a manufacturing environment
- Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support production success
- Develop core skills in sourcing, cost control, and supply chain operations
- Opportunity to grow within a stable, established organization with a strong industry reputation
- Contribute directly to operational efficiency and on-time delivery performance
Position Summary and Purpose:
Execute procurement activities in support of production and operational requirements, with a focus on direct materials including metals, electrical/electronic components, and fasteners. This role emphasizes supplier coordination, purchase order execution, and foundational sourcing support, while building core competencies in cost management, lead time reduction, and inventory optimization.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Execute day-to-day purchasing activities, including purchase order placement, order management, and supplier follow-up
- Support sourcing initiatives for direct materials, including metals and electrical/electronic components
- Monitor supplier performance (delivery, responsiveness, and quality) and escalate issues as needed
- Collaborate with Planning, Operations, and Engineering to align supply with demand requirements
- Maintain accurate system data (pricing, lead times, and order dates) within ERP systems (Epicor or similar)
- Assist in cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives through basic analysis and supplier engagement
- Support RFQs, quote comparisons, and supplier onboarding activities
- Coordinate with suppliers to confirm schedules, communicate demand changes, and mitigate risks
- Participate in inventory optimization efforts, including min/max levels, safety stock, and excess/obsolete reduction
- Develop foundational supplier relationships and support continuous improvement initiatives
Preferred Commodity Exposure:
- Metals: sheet, plate, tube, and machined/fabricated components
- Electrical: enclosures, connectors, controls, and PLC-related components
- Fasteners: standard and engineered fasteners (bolts, nuts, screws, washers), including supplier stocking and VMI programs
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related role (internship/co-op experience considered)
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Basic understanding of ERP systems (Epicor Kinetic experience a plus)
- Proficiency in Excel (sorting, filtering, and basic analysis)
- Strong communication skills with both internal teams and suppliers
Preferred:
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Exposure to direct material procurement (metals or electrical components)
- Familiarity with MRP concepts (lead times, safety stock, and demand signals)
- Early-stage negotiation or supplier interaction experience
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical demands: employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
EEO Vets/Disabled
**This role does not offer sponsorship employment benefits and being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. You must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or recent lawful permanent resident to apply.**
Some more amazing benefits offered by Cincinnati Incorporated:
✓ Paid Vacations
✓ Paid Holiday and Personal Days
✓ Medical Insurance (including HSA)
✓ Dental Insurance
✓ Vision Insurance
✓ Accident Insurance
✓ Life Insurance: AD&D
✓ Disability Insurance
✓ Generous 401K Employer Match
✓ Flexible Spending Account
✓ Tuition Reimbursement
✓ Employee Assistance Program
✓ Parental Leave
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