Production Buyer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 1, 2026.
Position Overview:
The primary responsibility of the Production Buyer is to insure that material flow is monitored frequently, and modified as necessary, so that product is manufactured in a timely manner. Will apply detailed understanding of the manufacturing processes to purchase component needs and material flow. Will plan own work schedule to accomplish specific duties. Maintains material master relative to production. Monitors exception messages in SAP; adjust schedules accordingly. Evaluates planned orders based on MRP forecast, sales demand and safety stocks and release to fabrication as needed.
Responsibilities include:
- Maintain a working knowledge of all manufacturing processes, procedures, and Commodities.
- Review system and reports; plan purchasing activity for the production areas necessary to meet weekly production schedule.
- Meet daily with manufacturing supervisors and production manager to discuss production schedules and problems, in order to be aware of coming week's production needs (related to stock, non-standards, and work orders).
- Check production schedule and actual work in process for production and material flows.
- Work with supervisors and management to keep all promised dates.
- Respond to all shop floor inquiries as soon as practical.
- Question any computer data entry that appears wrong or misleading.
- Resolve parts supply problems in assembly department by working with the key supply areas.
- Maintain a working knowledge of all the Company's safety procedures.
- As needed, recommend changes in Company policy that would improve product design and manufacture.
Qualifications include:
- Minimum four (+) years as a manufacturing buyer.
- Experience must include use of a computerized production and inventory control system.
- High School diploma is required. College or technical degree is preferred.
- Specialized courses in Production Planning and Control, Inventory Control, and Manufacturing preferred.
- Ability to communicate ideas through understandable written and verbal presentations to all levels of personnel.
- Ability to evaluate manufacturing economics to attain high productivity and low costs.
- Basic understanding of the machinery, production scheduling in an MRP environment, and functions of people in the planner’s assigned areas of responsibility.
- Ability to fully understand and exercise required computer functions pertaining to production.
- SAP experience or knowledge is preferred.
- Must be able to interact well with others.
- Must present a professional manner and appearance.
- Must maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Must be conscientious.
- Must be detail-oriented and accurate.
- Must possess and maintain a willingness to assist in all areas of the Company.
Compensation
The position has a compensation package inclusive of base, bonus (if eligible), benefits, 401k contribution, time off, recognition awards and more. This salary range is $60,000-$75,000.
Benefits and Perks
The Highlights:
All around competitive culture where together we strive to:
- Approach each day with a tenacious curiosity
- Communicate openly and honestly- internally and externally
- Work hard, take risks, fail fast…learn and move on
- Embrace diversity and welcome opposing thoughts
- Empower and develop each other
- We have an open and inclusive culture where you’ll learn and grow through programs and resources like:
- Quarterly company all employee meetings
- Management and Leadership development
- Initiatives and special projects with executive leadership exposure
- Access to top-notch learning courses through LinkedIn Learning
- Regular manager check-ins to drive performance and career growth
Our more standard benefits
- Full-time exempt roles have a Permissive Time Off Policy, giving you flexibility to rest, relax and recharge away from work
- Paid Company Holidays
- A comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement program with a fully vested immediate company match
- Flexible Spending Account options for pre-tax employee allocations
Equal Opportunity Employer
Current is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. At Current, we are Always On and working to improve lives with the industry's most expansive portfolio of sustainable advanced lighting and intelligent controls that reliably meet our customers' needs. Learn more at CurrentLighting.com