Purchasing Buyer

We're hiring a Buyer with real long-term upside.

This role starts by owning purchase execution and supplier coordination, and it's built for someone who wants to grow first into greater commodity ownership and responsibility, and over time into a Procurement/Supply Chain Specialist role: a senior individual-contributor position handling higher-complexity sourcing, supplier strategy, and cross-functional project work as our purchasing function scales alongside the company.

It's a track built for people who want increasing responsibility and impact, not just a title change.

What You'll Do Execute purchase orders accurately and on schedule across assigned raw material, supply, and outside-service categoriesCoordinate outside processing and outside manufacturing jobs scheduling, tracking, and following up Manage day-to-day supplier communication: delivery timing, order changes, and issue resolutionMonitor inventory levels and lead times to prevent shortages or excessTrack supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness) and flag issues earlySupport cost analysis and basic supplier comparisons to inform purchasing decisionsPartner with production planning, quality, and engineering to keep material flow aligned with the scheduleAs proficiency grows, take on increasingly complex commodity streams, lead supplier negotiations, and CI What You Bring 25 years of purchasing, supply chain experience, or scheduling/planning experience - ideally in a manufacturing environmentStrong organizational skills and comfort managing multiple open orders and priorities at onceA genuinely curious mindset you ask why, find root causes, and avoid "that's how it's always been done"Clear, professional communication skills, both with suppliers and internal teamsProficiency with ERP/purchasing systems and ExcelAmbition to grow into greater responsibility as the company and its purchasing function expandA relevant degree is a plus but not a requirement with the correct experience Growth Path As Superior Tire grows, so does the need for experienced people who can own bigger pieces of the purchasing function without necessarily stepping into management.

This role is designed with that in mind: a capable Buyer can grow into a Senior Buyer, and from there into a Procurement/Supply Chain Specialist a high-responsibility role handling strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and cross-functional initiatives.

For the right person with continued strong performance, this also positions them well for purchasing leadership opportunities down the road as the team and company expand.