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Buyer Job in Mount Vernon, Ohio US

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Ariel Corporation - Mount Vernon, OH

Posted: 5/13/2025 - Expires: 8/11/2025

Job ID: 289066805

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Job Description

Buyer
LOCATION: Mount Vernon, OH, USA

About Us

Ariel is the largest manufacturer of separable reciprocating gas compressors world-wide. Our compressors are utilized by the global energy industry to extract, process, transport, store, and distribute natural gas from the wellhead to the end-user. Since 1966, Ariel has shipped more than 70,000 compressors to our customers around the world. As a world-class manufacturer, Ariel sets the industry standard through expert design and manufacturing, industry-leading research and development, and unmatched customer support. Ariel’s culture and values are the cornerstone of the way we do business. We hire extraordinary people and invest in their growth, giving our employees the opportunity to build a career in an industry that is powering the world’s energy infrastructure. Our culture of continuous learning in a team-based environment not only enables employee development, but also encourages it.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. This role will work within our raw materials, finished goods, and/or MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) teams to purchase supplies supporting our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will conduct thorough purchasing analysis to ensure optimal inventory levels and cost efficiency while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, and quality assurance. The role would also have responsibility for evaluating and on-boarding new suppliers when necessary.

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment and demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills will assist in your success in the role. Proficiency in procurement processes, vendor management, and cost analysis is essential. Lastly, the ability to learn, navigate, and retrieve data from ERP systems is required, and prior experience in these tasks is strongly preferred. This is an opportunity to contribute to a great, team-driven environment where your purchasing expertise directly supports operational success.

See our facility and work environment here:

https://www.arielcorp.com/company/video-gallery/video.UZEUtpOp.8y6HZmS4.html



Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Materials Management, or related field of study required
3-5 years of material management experience required
Knowledge of procurement and inventory management principles
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated analytical skills with knowledge of data analysis tools (i.e. Excel) and reporting
Previous experience purchasing steel or castings in the metals market preferred
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Previous experience in using SAP PLM, MM, and SD preferred
Benefits

As a team member at Ariel Corporation, you'll enjoy:

Quarterly cash profit-sharing bonuses
401K with company 100% match (up to 6%) AND annual company-paid profit sharing retirement contribution
Excellent comprehensive benefit plan - medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life/disability/long-term care plan
Corporate location on-site wellness clinic for employees and their dependents enrolled in the comprehensive benefit plan
Paid holidays
Generous paid-time-off program
Tuition reimbursement and Student Debt Relief programs
Company provided tools
Yearly boot allowance
Relocation assistance for eligible positions

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Bachelor's degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Work Shift:
First
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Licenses / Certifications:
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Graphic Literacy: 5

Workplace Documentation: 5