Buyer

Jenny Bour with Robert Half is working with a growing company that is seeking a proactive and detail‑driven Buyer to support day‑to‑day purchasing activities for their manufacturing facility. This Buyer role serves as a key link between plant operations and the Supply Chain team—ensuring materials are purchased on time, inventory levels are maintained, and production remains uninterrupted. The ideal Buyer candidate has hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment, strong supplier‑management skills, and a solid understanding of purchasing and materials planning processes. If you excel in a fast-paced environment and have experience in purchasing within the manufacturing sector, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the procurement of materials and components to support production schedules.
• Manage supplier relationships, including monitoring delivery performance and addressing quality concerns.
• Ensure timely order placement and adjust procurement schedules based on production needs.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier terms, including lead times, order requirements, and safety stock.
• Provide purchasing support for other team members when needed.
• Participate in cost-saving initiatives and contribute to process improvement projects.
• Collaborate with plant operations to ensure smooth communication and alignment of purchasing activities.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to optimize stock levels.
• Support compliance with quality assurance and environmental health and safety standards.
• Assist in developing and maintaining departmental procedures and documentation.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of purchasing, materials management, or scheduling experience.
• Strong understanding of MRP systems and replenishment methods.
• Excellent communication and supplier‑management skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to problem‑solve with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications; experience with ERP systems.
• Lean / Six Sigma exposure is a plus.

**For immediate and confidential consideration, please apply directly or send your resume to Jenny at Jenny.Bour@roberthalf.com.