Senior Buyer

Insight Global

Jefferson, GA

Job Description:

Insight Global is seeking a Buyer / Senior Buyer for a large manufacturing client to support high‑volume, site‑level purchasing operations. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring raw materials—especially resin—are available to keep production running smoothly across multiple facilities. The ideal candidate brings a buyer‑planner mindset, thrives in environments without formal MRP systems, and uses data and Excel‑driven analysis to anticipate needs, manage lead times, and prevent shortages before they occur. This is a highly visible role with significant spend responsibility and opportunities to drive cost savings and operational improvements.

Day‑to‑Day:

Purchase raw materials (primarily resin), MRO items, components, and services
Support day‑to‑day manufacturing operations across three facilities
Collaborate with production, maintenance, and operations teams to understand material needs
Create, manage, and track purchase orders
Reconcile invoices and receiving discrepancies
Monitor inventory levels and proactively prevent material shortages
Manage supplier relationships, pricing, and performance metrics
Identify cost‑saving opportunities and process improvements
Ensure materials are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards

Must‑Haves:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management
Manufacturing environment experience
Strong Excel skills (used heavily for planning and analysis)
ERP system experience (strong understanding of purchasing workflows)
Experience purchasing raw materials and/or MRO items
Ability to manage inventory needs without formal MRP systems
Buyer‑planner mindset with proactive material planning experience

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