Sr Buyer

The Sr. Buyer - TIDC is responsible for the strategic and tactical procurement of technology-related components, materials, and service parts required to support business operations, customer service delivery, and long-term inventory sustainability. This role ensures the availability of critical parts through effective sourcing, supplier management, inventory lifecycle oversight, and cost optimization.

The Sr. Buyer - TIDC works crossfunctionally with Service Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Warehouse teams to maintain a reliable supply chain that supports field demand and minimizes operational disruptions. The role emphasizes proactive planning, strong negotiation acumen, detailed analysis of inventory health, and continuous improvement of procurement processes.

What We Do:

We calm the confusion of IT by guiding the connection between people and technology. If a customer is looking for a better way to manage their warehouse inventory, equip their workforce, or secure their data, we make it happen. All it takes is finding the right combination of tech hardware, software, cloud solutions, and support services. That’s what we do. We’re the IT Department’s IT Department.

Who We Are:

Our team is made stronger by a multitude of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. It’s what makes Connection unique—what drives us to innovate and create technology solutions that stand apart from the crowd. We’d love for you to be a part of that fabric, to share your ideas and experiences with a team that thrives on fresh thinking, creativity, and helping others.

Why You Should Join Us:

You’ll find supportive teammates and a rewarding career at Connection—plus great benefits. We take pride in supporting employees with a total rewards package that provides financial, emotional, and physical resources for you and your family.  Our compensation, 401k plans, medical insurance, and other benefits are progressive and competitive.  We value the importance of our employees’ emotional well-being. To support employees, we provide free therapy visits, mental health coaching and tools, and meditation resources. You’ll also enjoy a generous paid time off package that includes not only vacation and sick time, but also Wellness and Volunteer Time Off days.

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for technology components, electronics, mechanical parts, and specialized materials.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key suppliers to secure priority access, supply continuity, and competitive pricing.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews, assessing lead times, quality, fill rates, and service levels.
• Monitor market conditions such as lead-time fluctuations, raw material constraints, and obsolescence risks, and adjust sourcing strategies accordingly.
• Execute procurement activities accurately and in compliance with organizational requirements.
• Issue purchase orders, validate order confirmations, and ensure supplier adherence to agreed pricing and delivery terms.
• Track order status and proactively manage delays, shortages, and quality issues
• Maintain consistent communication with suppliers regarding production schedules, backorders, and replenishment plans.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels that balance service requirements with the reduction of excess and slow-moving inventory.
• Identify and execute cost-reduction opportunities through supplier consolidation, alternate sourcing, or SKU rationalization.
• Provide leadership with visibility into supply chain risks, supplier constraints, and overall inventory health.

• Degree requirements: Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 4+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or related field. 
• Experience with technology parts, electronics, or hardware components (preferred).
• Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated cost savings.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Ability to analyze data (inventory reports, trends, supplier metrics).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.