Job Posting: Buyer
Location: Multiple Locations
Department: Procurement
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
About the Role
We’re looking for a detail-driven Buyer to support our growing supply chain operations by managing vendor relationships, purchase orders, and inventory flow across a diverse product portfolio. In this role, you’ll serve as a key partner to internal teams and external suppliers—ensuring materials arrive on time, data stays accurate, and cost expectations are met.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly, and enjoys balancing the strategic aspects of supplier management with the day-to-day execution of procurement activities.
What You’ll Do
- Issue and manage purchase orders from initial requisition through delivery.
- Monitor order status, identify delays, and proactively work with vendors to maintain target lead times.
- Maintain accurate item, pricing, and supplier records to support operational visibility and decision-making.
- Review shipping documents and confirmations to keep internal teams updated on inbound supply.
- Work closely with Receiving, Logistics, and Finance to resolve discrepancies, including shortages, overages, damages, and invoicing conflicts.
- Hold regular vendor check-ins to discuss performance metrics, opportunities for improvement, and upcoming capacity changes.
- Investigate product quality issues and coordinate corrective actions when needed.
- Provide timely updates on supply risks, backorder recovery timelines, and key supplier changes.
- Partner with planning teams to evaluate supplier capabilities and support service-level goals.
- Identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows and enhance data accuracy.
What We’re Looking For
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline—or equivalent hands-on experience.
- 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supplier management experience.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- Solid proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort navigating digital purchasing systems.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities across teams and suppliers.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and the ability to juggle shifting priorities.
