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About the Role

As a Buyer II, you will independently manage procurement execution across assigned suppliers and commodities while ensuring material availability to support engineering builds and production. You will serve as the primary point of contact for supplier execution activities and proactively manage delivery performance, shortages, and supply continuity.

This role will primarily support electronics commodities including custom printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), cable harnesses, sensors, connectors, and related electronic assemblies. You will work closely with Global Supply Managers (GSMs), Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Finance to ensure procurement activities are executed effectively and supplier commitments align with business needs.

This role requires strong procurement execution skills, supplier management experience, and the ability to independently manage procurement priorities and supplier performance in a fast-paced hardware environment.

About the Work

Manage all purchase order activity for assigned suppliers, including creation, revisions, confirmations, and delivery management.
Own supplier communications related to delivery schedules, shortages, push-in/push-out requests, engineering changes, and recovery plans.
Monitor supplier performance and proactively identify supply risks before they impact engineering builds or production schedules.
Maintain ERP/MRP data accuracy including pricing, lead times, supplier records, order status, sourcing information, and procurement parameters.
Support request for quotation (RFQ) activities and supplier quote analysis to assist Global Supply Managers (GSMs) with sourcing decisions and cost reduction initiatives.
Drive tactical cost savings through supplier engagement, quote comparisons, pricing analysis, and identification of commercial opportunities.
Coordinate material readiness for prototype, engineering validation, and production builds.
Partner with Planning and Manufacturing teams to resolve shortages and material availability issues.
Track long-lead materials and work closely with suppliers to ensure supply continuity and schedule alignment.
Support supplier onboarding activities and ensure suppliers meet procurement process requirements.
Resolve invoice discrepancies, shipment issues, receiving concerns, and supplier-related execution challenges.
Provide timely updates to cross-functional teams regarding supplier commitments, shortages, material availability, and delivery risks.
Support new product introduction (NPI) activities through proactive procurement planning and supplier coordination.

About You

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or practical equivalent experience.
4+ years of purchasing experience in hardware, manufacturing, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or similar environments.
Experience purchasing custom printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), cable harnesses, sensors, connectors, or other electronic components and assemblies strongly preferred.
Experience working with electronics manufacturing services (EMS) providers and contract manufacturers preferred.
Strong understanding of procurement execution, supplier delivery management, and material planning processes.
Experience supporting prototype, NPI, and production build activities.
Strong command of ERP/MRP systems (Windchill, MISys, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to independently manage suppliers, competing priorities, and aggressive timelines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.
High sense of urgency, accountability, and follow-through in a fast-paced environment.

Location

This is an onsite position at our Salem office.

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Agility Robotics is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions who work in other locations. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Anticipated Base Salary Range

$81,000—$105,000 USD

In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full-time employees:

401(k) Plan:Includes a 6% company match.
Equity:Company stock options.
Insurance Coverage:100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
Benefit Start Date:Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
Well-Being Support:Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Time Off:
- Exempt Employees:Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
- Non-Exempt Employees:10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
On-Site Perks:Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
Parental Leave:Generous paid parental leave programs.
Work Environment:A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
Growth Opportunities:Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
Relocation Assistance:Provided for eligible roles.
Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.

All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Agility Robotics is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discriminatory practices, including harassment. Therefore, it is the policy of Agility Robotics to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agility Robotics prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

Agility Robotics does not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiting agencies. We prioritize direct applicants and encourage all qualified candidates to apply directly through our careers page. If you are represented by a third party, your application may not be considered. To ensure full consideration, please apply directly.

Anticipated Base Salary Range 81000 - 105000 USD

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