Buyer

CL ee3e274c dbf7 4704 97cc 31141ae84cfc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CL ee3e274c dbf7 4704 97cc 31141ae84cfc is seeking a Buyer to manage material procurement, maintain inventory flow, and support production demand in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

The role requires strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, and cross‑functional collaboration to optimize costs and ensure timely deliveries. Travel to suppliers may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in purchasing and/or inventory management within manufacturing.
• Willingness to travel to suppliers and plants.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials and third‑party items to support production schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain MRPs in Syspro to ensure material availability.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers.
• Research new suppliers, materials, and equipment for sourcing and cost savings.
• Resolve PO, goods receipt, and invoicing discrepancies with suppliers and accounting.
• Support cross‑functional projects related to development, CI, and cost reduction.
• Maintain supplier scorecards, purchasing reports, and metrics.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and expedite materials as needed.

Skills

Purchasing decisions independence

Supplier communication

Cross-functional coordination

Inventory management

ERP/MRP systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Syspro

Microsoft Office 365

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a Buyer to manage material procurement, maintain inventory flow, and support production demand in a fast-moving manufacturing environment. This role is well suited for someone who takes initiative, builds productive supplier relationships, and stays responsive as priorities shift across purchasing, inventory, and cross-functional projects.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of raw materials and third-party items to support production schedules and customer demand
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate MRP parameters within Syspro to support material availability
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply terms with current and prospective suppliers
• Research new suppliers, materials, and equipment to support sourcing, cost savings, and operational improvement
• Resolve purchase order, goods receipt, and invoicing discrepancies in coordination with suppliers and accounting
• Support internal operations and cross-departmental projects related to product development, continuous improvement, and cost reduction
• Maintain supplier scorecards, purchasing reports, and performance metrics
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while expediting materials as needed to meet deadlines

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to make sound purchasing decisions and move work forward with appropriate independence
• Strong communication skills for supplier interaction and cross-functional coordination
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing requirements and firm deadlines
• Working knowledge of inventory management, purchasing processes, and product costing in a manufacturing setting
• Ability to maintain accurate records, follow purchasing protocols, and support compliance-related requirements
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems such as Syspro and Microsoft Office 365; Power BI experience preferred

Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience in purchasing and/or inventory management within a manufacturing environment
• Travel to suppliers and manufacturing plants may be required
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, sit for extended periods, and lift items up to 15 pounds