Buyer - Contractor

About the role

This is a contract position with a manufacturer based in Addison, expected to last 1-2 months, with the possibility of becoming a permanent employee for the right candidate. The role is 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, and offers a salary of $28 - $30 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders to approved suppliers to procure materials at the lowest total cost while meeting quality, reliability, and delivery requirements
• Analyze supplier quotations, select vendors, enter purchase orders, and coordinate delivery schedules
• Monitor open purchase orders and proactively expedite deliveries as needed
• Resolve supplier quality, delivery, and performance issues in collaboration with internal stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with internal customers and supplier partners
• Analyze data and prepare reports; provide recommendations related to inventory levels, safety stock, and forecast consumption

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2–4 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or a related field
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• ERP systems
• Purchase orders and inventory management
• Machines and parts used in metal fabrication
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem solving skills
• Experience with Microsoft D365 preferred