Buyer

About the role

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods, materials, and services to support business operations, focusing on timely delivery, cost efficiency, quality standards, and compliance by leveraging ERP tools for accurate transaction processing, inventory management, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase requisitions, create and manage purchase orders (POs) in the ERP system, and ensure accurate data entry for suppliers, pricing, and delivery details.
• Source suppliers, evaluate quotes, negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and optimal value.
• Monitor inventory levels, analyze demand via MRP/ERP reports, and maintain appropriate stock to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Track and expedite orders, update delivery dates and statuses in the ERP system, and resolve discrepancies with suppliers or internal teams.
• Maintain supplier records, performance metrics, and documentation (e.g., COAs, SDS) within the ERP platform.
• Collaborate with accounting for invoice reconciliation, payments, and ERP system accuracy.
• Conduct market research, analyze spend data, and identify opportunities for process improvements or supplier consolidation.
• Support inventory adjustments, cycle counts, and physical inventories in the ERP system.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Generate reports on purchasing activity, cost trends, and supplier performance for management.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 2-5+ years of experience in a Buyer, Procurement, or Purchasing role.
• Experience with international sourcing, import/export documentation, or freight coordination.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or a related industry.
• CPSM, CPIM, or other supply chain certifications are preferred.

Skills

• Familiarity with Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platforms like Coupa or Ariba.
• Knowledge of inventory management, forecasting, and lean principles.
• Strong proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or similar) for PO processing, MRP, inventory management, and reporting.
• Solid understanding of procurement best practices, supplier negotiation, and supply chain principles.
• Strong negotiating skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, for vendor and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to develop and maintain business relationships through a positive, solutions-focused mindset.

Work Environment

General office conditions with exposure to moderate noise levels. The schedule is a typical 40-hour work week during business hours, with little overnight travel required.

Outside of the office area is a general manufacturing environment, including regular exposure to loud and distracting noises, outdoor climate and weather fluctuations (e.g., temperature, humidity, rain), dust, uneven ground, exposure to hazardous equipment, and contaminants.

Physical Abilities

• Required to use close vision and be able to focus.
• Regularly required to talk and hear audible signals and warnings from computers, machines, mobile equipment, and plant warning systems.
• Must have repetitive wrist, hand, and/or finger movement, dexterity, and hand-eye coordination to type on computers, telephones, and office equipment regularly.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk frequently and for prolonged periods of time (up to 10 hours per shift).
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach overhead, and climb stairs occasionally.
• Ability to wear all personal protective equipment as required in areas outside the office, including safety boots with metatarsal guards, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves based on tasks, and other PPE as posted.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.