Job Description

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers

American Fan is a manufacturer of air movement equipment for Industrial, HVAC, Commercial, Marine, and specialty markets. Throughout our history, the quality and reliability of our products has been built upon a solid foundation of unrivaled application expertise and technical leadership. As a small manufacturer who is part of a well-respected international corporation, we are best known for our willingness to design and manufacture specialty air movement products for unique applications. Our sales distribution base consists of a diverse group of knowledgeable agents/representatives. Together with our in-house sales staff they deliver a very high level of customer service.

Job Title Buyer Date: May 2026

Reports To: Purchasing Supervisor

American Fan is seeking a candidate with strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills to manage customer orders and ensure on-time, high-quality delivery. This role requires collaboration with all areas of the business including project management, logistics, and suppliers, as well as sound judgment to address challenges and escalate issues when necessary.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
• Generate purchase orders and confirm supplier delivery dates to ensure on-time customer delivery.
• Enter and maintain accurate data in the MRP/ERP system per purchasing procedures.
• Communicate delivery, quality, and performance expectations clearly to suppliers.
• Follow up and expedite orders to meet customer deadlines.
• Coordinate with logistics to arrange shipments and close orders on time.
• Resolve purchase order, receipt, and invoice discrepancies (3-way match issues).
• Maintain reports on cost savings, delivery performance, quality, and inventory metrics.
• Communicate material issues affecting customer due dates with relevant teams.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss project and order status, addressing potential issues.
• Adhere to Quality Management System processes, including supplier approvals and NCR tracking.
• Uphold ethical behavior and comply with company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Embody the FMD values of Velocity, Integrity and Teamwork

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• 1-3 years of experience in a purchasing role (3-5 years preferred).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to influence others and work well with all levels and functions of an organization.
• Energetic, proactive, and comfortable in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong administrative and recordkeeping skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel); experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.

Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.

This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled