Buyer

Looking for an opportunity to contribute to a world-class manufacturing operation through purchasing, inventory management, and supplier partnerships?

Join Grady-White Boats, a respected manufacturer with more than 65 years of success. We are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to ensure quality materials are available when needed, at the best value, to support the production of industry-leading boats.

What You'll Do

As a Buyer, you'll manage supplier relationships, coordinate material purchases, monitor inventory levels, and support production schedules. You'll work closely with vendors, engineering, production, and purchasing teams to help maintain efficient operations and exceptional quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory and purchasing reports, including shortages, past-due orders, and obsolete items.
• Place and monitor purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Obtain pricing, availability, and delivery information from suppliers.
• Expedite or delay deliveries based on production and inventory needs.
• Resolve supplier issues involving deliveries, material discrepancies, and order adjustments.
• Coordinate new and revised materials with suppliers and Engineering.
• Research and resolve inventory and purchasing system issues.
• Monitor and update safety stock levels.
• Review inventory performance and support model year transitions.
• Provide guidance to Purchasing Clerks and support internal customers.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of purchasing, buying, or related experience.
• Experience with Syteline or a similar ERP purchasing system.
• Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Preferred

• Manufacturing purchasing experience.
• Inventory control and material planning experience.
• Experience in marine or industrial manufacturing environments.

Why Work at Grady-White?

• Competitive pay based on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Stable, family-oriented company culture
• Career advancement opportunities

About Grady-White Boats

For more than 65 years, Grady-White Boats has been recognized for craftsmanship, innovation, and quality. We are committed to investing in our employees through training, development, competitive benefits, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

Apply Today

Join a company known for quality, teamwork, and excellence. Apply today and become part of the Grady-White team.

Work Location: In person