Buyer

Vaco by Highspring; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress code

Long-term growth potential

Job summary

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) seeks a detail-oriented Buyer for its Columbus location, a contract-to-hire role in a fast-paced distribution environment. You will manage stock and special orders, expedite shipments, and maintain ERP data with a focus on accuracy and timely communication across vendors and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has purchasing experience, strong Excel skills, and ERP familiarity (Epicor Prophet 21).

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, buying, procurement, or order expediting.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and inventory management.
• Proficiency in Excel and reporting.
• Excellent vendor communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders for stock, backorders, special orders, and direct shipments.
• Expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery and communicate delays.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and pricing questions with vendors.
• Maintain purchasing data in the ERP and generate weekly reports.
• Collaborate with warehouse and internal teams to optimize fulfillment.

Skills

Purchasing

Data analysis

ERP systems

Excel

Vendor communication

Tools

Epicor Prophet 21 (P21)

Job description

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to join a well-established leader in the industrial distribution and engineered solutions industry , serving manufacturers and industrial customers across the country. They pride themselves on providing exceptional customer service while fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture where employees are encouraged to take initiative, support one another, and grow professionally. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with strong long-term potential for the right candidate. Position Summary The Buyer is responsible for purchasing inventory and customer-specific products while ensuring timely delivery, accurate pricing, and strong communication between vendors, warehouse operations, and internal teams. This role requires someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and keeping multiple priorities organized in a fast-paced distribution environment. This position will work closely with purchasing leadership while serving as the primary Buyer for the Columbus location. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with teams across the organization. Responsibilities Create and manage purchase orders for stock, backorders, special orders, and direct shipments. Expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery and proactively communicate delays. Resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing issues, and vendor-related questions. Monitor supplier price increases and maintain accurate purchasing records. Run and analyze daily and weekly purchasing reports using Excel. Maintain accurate product, vendor, and purchasing data within the ERP system. Partner with warehouse personnel to investigate inventory and receiving discrepancies. Assist with ongoing data cleanup and process improvements. Communicate effectively with vendors and internal departments to ensure efficient order fulfillment. Support additional purchasing and inventory initiatives as needed. Qualifications Previous experience in purchasing, buying, procurement, or order expediting required. Experience working within a distribution, wholesale, or industrial environment strongly preferred. Understanding of purchasing fundamentals and inventory management. ERP experience required; experience with Epicor Prophet 21 (P21) is highly preferred. Basic Microsoft Excel skills, including running reports and working with spreadsheets. Previous warehouse or inventory experience is a plus. Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Why You'll Love This Opportunity Join a collaborative, supportive team that genuinely enjoys helping one another succeed. Opportunity to become a key member of the Columbus operation. Stable company with long-term growth potential. Variety in your day with purchasing, vendor management, reporting, and problem-solving. Business casual environment where jeans are welcome on most days. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to join a well-established leader in the industrial distribution and engineered solutions industry , serving manufacturers and industrial customers across the country. They pride themselves on providing exceptional customer service while fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture where employees are encouraged to take initiative, support one another, and grow professionally. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with strong long-term potential for the right candidate. Position Summary The Buyer is responsible for purchasing inventory and customer-specific products while ensuring timely delivery, accurate pricing, and strong communication between vendors, warehouse operations, and internal teams. This role requires someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and keeping multiple priorities organized in a fast-paced distribution environment. This position will work closely with purchasing leadership while serving as the primary Buyer for the Columbus location. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with teams across the organization. Responsibilities Create and manage purchase orders for stock, backorders, special orders, and direct shipments. Expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery and proactively communicate delays. Resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing issues, and vendor-related questions. Monitor supplier price increases and maintain accurate purchasing records. Run and analyze daily and weekly purchasing reports using Excel. Maintain accurate product, vendor, and purchasing data within the ERP system. Partner with warehouse personnel to investigate inventory and receiving discrepancies. Assist with ongoing data cleanup and process improvements. Communicate effectively with vendors and internal departments to ensure efficient order fulfillment. Support additional purchasing and inventory initiatives as needed. Qualifications Previous experience in purchasing, buying, procurement, or order expediting required. Experience working within a distribution, wholesale, or industrial environment strongly preferred. Understanding of purchasing fundamentals and inventory management. ERP experience required; experience with Epicor Prophet 21 (P21) is highly preferred. Basic Microsoft Excel skills, including running reports and working with spreadsheets. Previous warehouse or inventory experience is a plus. Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Why You'll Love This Opportunity Join a collaborative, supportive team that genuinely enjoys helping one another succeed. Opportunity to become a key member of the Columbus operation. Stable company with long-term growth potential. Variety in your day with purchasing, vendor management, reporting, and problem-solving. Business casual environment where jeans are welcome on most days. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual's skill sets, experience and training;

licensure and certification requirements;

office location and other geographic considerations; and

other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).