As GCG's Automation and Factory Solutions (AFS) division continues to grow and evolve, we are seeking an energetic Buyer with a continuous improvement mindset and strong data analysis and critical thinking skills to join our procurement team! 

As a Buyer with our Automation division, you'll support purchasing and procurement activities by executing day-to-day transactions, including Purchase Orders, returns, buy forecasting, and ensuring timely delivery of products and services to support customer needs. You'll participate in local supplier sourcing and selection, including pricing negotiation, and quotation management, establishing and maintaining item parameters to align with local business activity, and coordinate with procurement management to drive centralized supply and supplier activities.

This hybrid role requires working onsite 2 to 3 days per week at our office located at 2400 Technical Drive, Miamisburg, OH. 

What you'll do

• Ensure processes and procedures are performed in a compliant manner (ordering within lead times and minimum order quantities, minimizing stock-outs, etc.)
• Manage purchase orders processed from requisition to goods receipt in accordance with ERP/MRP and customer requirements
• Procure goods or services as required by business at the right time, price, and quantity
• Manage daily systems, processes, and procedures
• Work with suppliers and cross-functional customer support / sales teams to communicate price changes with appropriate lead times
• Develop and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement
• Participate in supplier evaluations, scorecards, and reviews
• Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process
• Perform other job-related duties as required

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related experience
• 2+ years of experience in a buyer, purchasing, and/or supply chain role
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel proficiency is a MUST)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills

What we offer

• Competitive annual salary 
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options (CDHP and PPO) to get you the coverage you need
• Robust Financial Security: Company-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, plus options for supplemental critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans
• Generous Time Off: PTO plan with paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid compassionate care leave to support personal well-being and family needs
• Wellness & Support Programs: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and telehealth access 
• Extras That Matter: Dental and vision plans, FSAs/HSAs with company contributions, pet insurance, legal services, and ID theft protection for peace of mind
• An employee-centric company that values and truly appreciates our most important asset: You!

About GCG AFS

GCG Automation & Factory Solutions is dedicated to advancing the growth of automation and factory solutions across key verticals in North America. With a comprehensive product and service offering that spans the entire automation value chain, our customers trust us as a reliable partner to meet their diverse needs. Our strength lies in our deep technical expertise and specialized knowledge of the products we offer. This enables us to support customers in deploying and delivering high-quality, efficient solutions tailored to their specific requirements. Our commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience—marked by responsiveness, reliability, and personalized service—sets us apart as the supplier of choice in the industry.

GCG is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

These duties and responsibilities listed above are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act, or ADA. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Furthermore, the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.