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We are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to support daily procurement activities for a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for purchasing products, supplies, and maintenance-related materials needed to support production and facility operations. The Buyer will play an important role in maintaining supply continuity, managing supplier relationships, and identifying opportunities to improve cost, quality, and service across the purchasing function.
Job Responsibility:
Manage routine purchasing activities for production and maintenance-related materials, including direct and indirect supplies
Issue purchase orders and coordinate order placement to ensure materials arrive on time and production needs are met
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support pricing, service, quality, and delivery expectations
Identify, evaluate, and source new vendors based on cost competitiveness, quality standards, and operational fit
Negotiate pricing, terms, and service levels with suppliers
Monitor inventory requirements and purchasing activity to help prevent shortages or production disruptions
Support cost-reduction efforts by identifying savings opportunities and assisting with bid processes or request-for-proposal initiatives when needed
Partner with Quality and other internal teams on supplier approval activities, audits, and documentation requirements
Oversee the full purchase order cycle, including order creation, supplier confirmation, delivery follow-up, receipt verification, and issue resolution
Investigate and resolve supplier, invoicing, and payment discrepancies in a timely manner
Help maintain accurate purchasing and item data within the ERP/MRP system
Ensure procurement activities are aligned with established internal policies, procedures, and compliance standards
Coordinate supplier onboarding, including collection of certifications, insurance documents, specifications, and other required records before initial purchase approval
Requirements:
4+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
Prior experience purchasing raw materials, ingredients, packaging, MRO, or similar operational supplies
Background in food, beverage, agriculture, consumer products, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred
Strong negotiation, vendor management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional presence with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional internal teams
Experience handling confidential information with discretion and integrity
Working knowledge of ERP or MRP systems
experience with Navision is a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to analyze current processes and contribute to procurement improvements and strategic sourcing initiatives
Nice to have:
Background in food, beverage, agriculture, consumer products, or other regulated manufacturing environments
experience with Navision
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance