Buyer

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders with vendors in a timely and accurate manner to ensure product availability.
• Source products that are not carried in the store by identifying appropriate suppliers and options.
• Reach out to a network of suppliers, request and evaluate quotes, and create new item numbers in SAP.
• Determine and set pricing for items based on supplier quotes and internal guidelines.
• Research, obtain, and compare quotes while negotiating prices and terms with vendors and suppliers.
• Communicate proactively with the sales team and customer service department regarding backorders and order status.
• Resolve inventory discrepancy issues by coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Help maintain accurate ERP system costs and item data within SAP.
• Develop strategies with vendors to lower costs on items and improve overall purchasing efficiency.
• Research and qualify alternate vendors to substitute products where needed to support supply continuity and cost savings.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of purchasing, buyer, or procurement experience.
• Experience in supply chain, purchasing, and inventory-related activities.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems, with SAP experience considered highly valuable.
• Background in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong negotiation skills for pricing and terms with vendors and suppliers.
• Ambitious, hard-working, and hands-on approach to daily responsibilities.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling purchase orders, pricing, and system data.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Pay and Schedule

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $33.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Strongsville, OH.

About the Role

You will join a tight-knit supply chain team that supports multiple service centers, internal associates, and long-term customers. In this position, you actively manage purchasing activities, ensure product availability, and maintain high levels of productivity and accuracy within the supply chain function.