About ESS Metron LLC

Thank you for your interest in a career with ESS Metron.

ESS Metron is a global leader in designing and manufacturing high-quality low and medium voltage power distribution solutions. With over 60 years of experience, we specialize in integrated power distribution centers, custom control products, modular control buildings, and skid-mounted systems built for the most demanding environments. Our team is dedicated to powering the future by delivering innovative, custom-engineered electrical solutions that enable our clients to operate reliably every day.

As a rapidly growing company, ESS Metron serves a diverse range of market segments including Utilities, Oil & Gas, Water & Wastewater, Transportation, Government, Data Centers, Alternative Energy, and Commercial Construction. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of power distribution through cutting-edge technology and exceptional service.

ESS Metron prides itself on offering very competitive salaries and benefits while providing a company culture that emphasizes teamwork, business and personal growth, and a competitive spirit where making money and enjoying your work are not mutually exclusive.

Company Benefits Include:

• Generous Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Healthcare & Dependent Care FSA Options
• Health Savings Account Option
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays per Year
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-Provided Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Complimentary access to premium employee benefits including WellHub (fitness & wellness), Cleo (family support), Bright Horizons (childcare & education), and My Benefits Work (discounts & services).

EEO Statement

ESS Metron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect diversity and accordingly is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, service in the military or veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Job Summary

The Buyer is responsible for researching, quoting, and purchasing goods, materials and services to ensure that the company operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery while ensuring continuity of supply.

Essential Duties

•Perform all duties in a safe manner and promotes “Safety First” mentality across team

•Purchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets

•Support the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations

•Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activities

•Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the company

•Expedite materials that could cause delays in the manufacturing processes

•Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers

•Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities

•Prepare reports and updates as needed

•Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvement and business improvements

•Adhere to any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of self, staff and visitors

•Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings using negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods

•Prepare and create purchase orders

•Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications

•Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships

•Ensure compliance to company guidelines and purchasing policies and procedures during supplier negotiations and contracts award process.

•Conduct research for new components and suppliers

•Compile data relating to supplier performance to enable evaluation

•Assess and evaluate suppliers and contribute to performance reviews to ensure contract compliance

•Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

•Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with staff, stakeholders and suppliers

•Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills

•Analytical including mathematically capabilities with strong demonstrated problem solving abilities

•Able to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks and achieve set targets

•Commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts the production, manufacture and customer order fulfilment

•Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations

•Attentive to detail and accuracy

•Experience with an integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/MRP is required, Epicor preferred

Required / Preferred Education

•3-5 years’ experience of working in a purchasing team, preferably within manufacturing or related industry

•Experience in purchasing sheet and structural metal, other commodities and electrical components is a strong plus.