Technical Buyer

Company: Q LLC
Location: Dover
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Technical Buyer Location: Dover, NH Reports to: Director of Supply Chain About Q LLC: Q LLC is a pioneering firearms design and manufacturing company known for pushing the boundaries of innovation, performance, and craftsmanship. Our team is passionate, fast-moving, and relentlessly focused on creating the best products in the industry. We're seeking a Technical Buyer who thrives in a hands-on, engineering-driven manufacturing environment. Position Overview: The Technical Buyer will play a critical role in bridging the gap between engineering, manufacturing, and procurement. This role requires a technical understanding of machined parts, assemblies, and drawings; as well as the ability to manage supplier relationships and ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of components. You will support new product introductions, manage project plans, drive supplier performance, and help develop scalable supply chain systems as we grow. Key Responsibilities: Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to support sourcing of components and materials. Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to identify procurement needs and develop sourcing strategies. Source, evaluate, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting performance, cost, and quality standards. Create and manage project plans, timelines, and milestones, ensuring budgets and resources are optimized. Support prototype builds and pre-production procurement for new product development. Monitor supplier performance and work with vendors to resolve issues and improve lead times and quality. Develop and manage RFQs, cost analysis, and purchase order documentation. Help build and optimize systems for inventory control, demand planning, and materials flow. Act as the technical point of contact for supplier communications and troubleshooting. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a technical discipline Minimum of 5 years of experience with two in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment is preferred. Knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and materials. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Experience with ERP systems and purchasing workflows Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Background or interest in the firearms industry is a plus, but not required. Relevant software: Microsoft Excel, Teams, Word, SAP The Company reserves the right to conduct background investigations and/or reference checks on all of its potential employees as well as a drug screening.

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