Buyer

at Exyte US. Inc., in Nampa, Idaho, United States

Job Description

Discover your exciting role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Purchasing Agent/Buyer to join our Nampa, ID team. In this role, you will support manufacturing operations by ensuring the strategic sourcing, negotiation, and timely procurement of materials and services. You will play a key role in supplier performance management, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives within a safety-driven culture.

Explore your tasks and responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing
Manage end-to-end procurement activities including requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier coordination within the ERP system (Encompix)
Source and evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and reliability
Conduct RFQs, quotation analysis, and negotiations for materials, equipment, and services
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships and identify alternative and risk-mitigated supply sources
Supplier Performance & Relationship Management
Monitor and score supplier performance (quality, delivery, responsiveness)
Lead supplier issue resolution including non-conforming material returns (RMA process)
Collaborate with suppliers on continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives
Inventory & Materials Management
Maintain accurate inventory balances and ensure alignment with production demand
Establish and optimize min/max levels and Kanban systems
Support material forecasting and production scheduling requirements
Maintain data integrity within the ERP system (item master, lead times, pricing)
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering, quality, production, and accounting teams to support operations
Coordinate engineering changes and supplier communication
Resolve invoice discrepancies and support month-end close activities
Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
Utilize Excel and Power BI to analyze purchasing trends, inventory levels, and supplier performance
Generate and improve reporting to drive informed decision-making
Identify and implement process improvements across procurement and inventory functions
Act as an ERP (Encompix) subject matter resource, supporting system usage and optimization
Perform other related duties as required

Show your expertise

Required Qualifications
3-5 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Power BI preferred)
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field
Experience with bill of materials (BOMs), forecasting, and inventory planning
Knowledge of lean inventory practices (Kanban, JIT)
Familiarity with supplier performance management programs
Core Competencies
Strategic sourcing & negotiation
Supplier relationship management
Data-driven decision making
Inventory optimization
Cross-functional collaboration
Continuous improvement mindset

Contact:

You want to be part of the Exyte team? We look forward to receiving your application!
For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact  via E-Mail at name.surname@exyte.net.

Please note that we only consider applications submitted through our application portal. Applications sent via email will not be considered due to data protection regulations.

ExyteGroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The ExyteGroup provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.