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Sherman and Reilly Inc

Buyer - Fabrication

Chattanooga, TN

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Role family
Supply chain
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
26 Sept 2026

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Description

WHO WE ARE

Sherman + Reilly, Inc. is a Chattanooga-based manufacturer of tools and equipment for the electric utility industry, serving utility companies, cooperatives, and line contractors around the world. As part of the Quanta Services family of companies, we combine over a century of industry expertise with the resources and stability of a global infrastructure leader. Our products are designed, engineered, and manufactured here — by a team that takes genuine pride in what comes off the floor.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Sherman + Reilly is hiring a Buyer - Fabrication to own purchase order execution and material availability for our Fabrication & Machining category. Based in Chattanooga, TN, you'll keep production supplied with fabricated components, weldments, machined parts, and raw materials.

This seat is newly split from what used to be a combined buyer and category role. A dedicated Category Manager - Fabrication now owns supplier strategy and negotiations.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Own PO execution and material availability for a high-volume category: fabricated components, weldments, machined parts, and raw materials.

Convert MRP demand into purchase orders and manage them from issuance through delivery.

Expedite and resolve delivery issues to keep production running.

Maintain accurate SAP ByDesign material master data for your commodities.

Read technical drawings and specs to make sure every PO matches engineering requirements.

Resolve invoice discrepancies and coordinate RMAs and returns with suppliers and Accounts Payable.

Partner daily with Quality, Engineering, and Operations, and execute supplier onboarding and blanket POs set by the Category Manager - Fabrication.

Requirements

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

3-5 years in a buyer or purchasing role with direct responsibility for fabricated or machined components.

Solid understanding of fabrication methods: welding, machining, forming, finishing, and coatings.

Comfortable reading technical drawings and engineering requirements.

Experience with ERP systems (SAP ByDesign or S4/HANA preferred) and Excel.

Preferred

Experience sourcing components for mobile or heavy equipment manufacturers.

Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) practices.

Working knowledge of GD&T.

Experience operating in a category-management/purchasing split organization.

WHY SHERMAN + REILLY

Join a newly split role built for focus: you'll own execution for a high-volume purchasing portfolio while a dedicated Category Manager builds the supplier strategy around you.

A product that matters: utility infrastructure is the backbone of the grid, and our equipment is on job sites every day.

Chattanooga, TN — consistently recognized for quality of life, outdoor recreation, and a lower cost of living than major metro markets.

Quanta Services company — the stability and benefits of a large organization with the culture and decision-making speed of a smaller team.

A clear track for growth as the Category Management structure matures and the Fabrication & Machining portfolio continues to expand.

Competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter through our careers page or the platform where you found this posting. We review applications on a rolling basis and will be in touch with qualified candidates promptly.

Sherman + Reilly, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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