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This mid-level role bridges hands-on procurement with analytical supply chain work, partnering closely with the Supply Chain Manager to execute day-to-day buying while driving longer-term improvements to supplier relationships, cost, and delivery performance. The Senior Buyer will own a portfolio of parts and suppliers end-to-end — from quoting and placing orders, to vetting new sources, negotiating long-term agreements, and partnering with Production and Planning on make-vs-buy decisions. This is a full-time, salaried position reporting to the Supply Chain Manager. This position has no supervisory duties and candidate must reside in Oregon or Vancouver, WA. Responsibilities ·        Source, quote, and purchase parts, materials, and services to meet production schedules, quality standards, and cost targets. ·        Secure competitive pricing through skillful negotiation, supplier calls, and multi-quote RFQ processes. ·        Partner with Production and Planning to evaluate make-vs-buy decisions, balancing in-house capacity, lead time, cost, and quality. ·        Vet, qualify, and onboard new suppliers ·        Negotiate and manage long-term agreements (LTAs), stocking agreements, and blanket orders to reduce costs, secure capacity, and mitigate long lead times. ·        Audit and clean up data in the M1 ERP system — part records, pricing, lead times, and supplier information — to improve accuracy and reporting integrity. ·        Place, expedite, and close out purchase orders in M1; proactively follow up with vendors to drive on-time delivery. ·        Track and report supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, PPM, quality, responsiveness) and lead corrective-action conversations with underperforming suppliers. ·        Identify and drive continuous improvement projects across the full supply chain lifecycle — sourcing, ordering, receiving, and supplier management. ·        Support the Supply Chain Manager in analyzing spend, consolidating vendors, and diversifying the supply base to insulate Fulcrum from disruption. ·        Apply analytical tools (Excel, ERP reporting) to identify bottlenecks, support demand forecasting, identify cost-saving opportunities, and recommend min/max inventory levels. ·        Work with Quality and Engineering to resolve supplier technical questions related to customer prints, specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing processes. ·        Participate in engineering change orders and first-of-kind projects to ensure timely material flow. ·        Participate in all safety training and abide by FTI adopted practices. · Proactively manage material flow to align with production schedules, identifying potential supply chain bottlenecks and resolving blockers before they impact manufacturing timelines. Requirements • 3 - 5 years of purchasing and/or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably job shop or custom-build. • Demonstrated negotiation skills and experience managing long-term supplier agreements. • Experience vetting, qualifying, and onboarding new suppliers. • Working knowledge of make-vs-buy analysis and production planning concepts. • Strong analytical skills, including ERP data cleanup and proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic modeling). • Hands-on experience with M1 or comparable ERP/MRP software. • Working knowledge of metal fabrication materials and processes (i.e. laser cutting, machining, etc.). • Experience in purchasing metal in various forms. • Ability to read engineering blueprints and bills of materials. • Familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to run supplier calls and negotiations. • High attention to detail, with ability to manage complex information across multiple open orders and projects in a fast paced environment. • Good computer skills, especially MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. • Effective time management and organizational skills. • Wear required PPE when entering manufacturing shop floor environment. • Follow all adopted FTI safety process and procedures. Job Environment: • Office located in company headquarters. • Company has a fast-paced manufacturing environment. • Personal Protection Equipment must be worn on the manufacturing floor, PPE provided. About Fulcrum Technologies, Inc. Fulcrum Technologies, Inc. is a world-class leader in designing and manufacturing custom machine bases for vibration-sensitive production tools used in semiconductor fabrication. The Supply Chain department is a cornerstone of our operational excellence. As a Senior Buyer , you will manage a sophisticated portfolio of metal fabrication and high-tech components that are vital to our manufacturing success.