Buyer

About the Role

At Bray, our Buyers play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly. In this position, you’ll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure materials and services are available when needed to meet production schedules and customer commitments. If you enjoy building supplier relationships, staying organized, and making an impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this role could be a great fit.

What You’ll Do

• Purchase materials and services to support production and customer demand.

• Manage purchase orders, supplier acknowledgments, and delivery commitments.

• Proactively follow up on open orders to ensure on-time delivery and material availability.

• Partner with Sales, Production, and Planning teams to support inventory and purchasing needs.

• Monitor supplier performance and collaborate with suppliers to drive improvements.

• Address supplier issues related to cost, quality, or delivery.

• Provide backup support for production planning when needed.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year of experience in purchasing, buying, or materials management (preferred).

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree a plus.

• Strong communication and organization skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

• Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); ERP experience is a plus.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working at Bray

• Competitive Pay

• Comprehensive Benefits beginning the first of the month after 30 days, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Paid holidays and vacation

  • 401(k) with company match

• Career Growth: Opportunities to learn, develop, and advance within the organization.

• Supportive Culture: A collaborative, safety-focused, and people-first work environment.

• Stability & Purpose: Privately owned company committed to engineering excellence and innovation in flow control solutions.

Work Schedule & Environment

• Full-time, Monday–Friday (typically 8: 00 AM – 5: 00 PM)

• Occasional overtime as needed

• Office-based role with regular time spent on the production floor

Additional Information

• • Bray is a drug-free workplace and a federal subcontractor. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screening and drug testing in accordance with federal requirements.

  • Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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