Buyer

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Buyer to support production by securing the materials, components, and packaging needed to keep operations running smoothly. This is a Contract position for a procurement specialist who can balance cost, quality, and delivery while working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate will manage purchasing activities across active accounts, respond quickly to changing production needs, and help maintain reliable inventory levels through strong planning and supplier coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activity for multiple active accounts to ensure materials and packaging are available to support uninterrupted production.
• Review supplier quotations, confirm compliance with specifications, and coordinate approved pricing updates with the appropriate internal teams.
• Create and release purchase orders based on inventory demand, production schedules, and replenishment requirements.
• Monitor stock levels through regular cycle counts and physical inventory reviews to verify that supply aligns with operational needs.
• Address supplier-related issues by documenting delivery or quality concerns, issuing corrective action requests, and following through to resolution.
• Prepare recurring supplier performance evaluations and help drive improvement plans when service, quality, or delivery targets are not met.
• Establish and maintain minimum and maximum inventory settings based on customer demand patterns and changing business conditions.
• Expedite materials and components when demand shifts, inventory discrepancies arise, or rejected parts create supply risk for production lines.
• Communicate routinely with suppliers regarding open orders, service concerns, and compliance with purchasing agreements.
• Process items in the reject area each day and coordinate the appropriate purchasing or supplier follow-up actions as needed.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or buyer-related functions within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to create, issue, and manage purchase orders, requisitions, and other purchasing documentation accurately.
• Experience working with supplier quotations, pricing reviews, and cost control efforts related to purchased materials.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, including physical counts, stock level analysis, and replenishment planning.
• Ability to investigate supplier performance issues and support corrective action processes to improve delivery and quality outcomes.
• Effective communication skills for working with internal customers, external suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Working knowledge of purchasing policies, supplier agreements, and procurement best practices.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced contract role.