Buyer

Responsibilities

• Create, send, and manage purchase orders within JDE and SAP ERP systems.
• Build and confirm orders while accurately updating delivery dates as needed.
• Execute high-volume ERP transactions with speed, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Collapse and coordinate with suppliers to confirm shipments, address delivery issues, and resolve discrepancies.
• Support production operations by maintaining material availability and adherence to production schedules.
• Maintain purchase order status to ensure timely receipt of materials.
• Communicate order status updates and material availability to senior procurement staff and procurement leadership.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand material requirements and prioritize procurement activities.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel to track, analyze, and report procurement and vendor-related data.
• Contribute to vendor management activities by maintaining effective communication and supporting issue resolution.

Requirements

• 1–4+ years of manufacturing buying or procurement experience.
• Strong ERP experience, specifically with JDE and/or SAP systems.
• Hands-on experience with purchase order creation, order confirmation, and delivery date management.
• Background working with MRP processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience sending purchase orders and communicating effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in executing high-volume ERP transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Vendor management experience in a procurement or purchasing context.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel for procurement data tracking and reporting.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong execution and follow-through skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, transactional environment.