Buyer

SIGMA-US; Elk City (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

401k plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Family leave

Disability insurance

Training & development

Job summary

SIGMA-US in Elk City, OK is seeking a Buyer to support inventory and consignment levels in the Supply Chain team. The role focuses on reviewing inventory, expediting material flow, and maintaining a competitive supplier base to meet production needs.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in business and at least 1 year of inventory management experience; strong MS Office skills and data analysis are required. The position is on site with full benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience in inventory management and supply ordering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review weekly inventory reporting and ad hoc analyses.
• Expedite and track material flow from shipment to production.
• Test and qualify new supplies to maintain a competitive base.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and manage relationships.
• Collect technical specs and food safety documentation.
• Review inventory costing with facility accounting staff.
• Coordinate with dry goods storage and production teams on usage.
• Review materials to ensure standards before sending to production.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Analytical skills

Independence

Communication

Teamwork

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

As a team member of the Supply Chain department, the Buyer will be responsible for maintaining appropriate material inventories and consignment warehouse levels.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepare and perform weekly review of inventory reporting, ad hoc reporting and analysis, and special projects
• Expedite and track the flow of material from shipment to production to ensure production needs are met
• Manage, test, and qualify new supplies/suppliers to ensure a competitive supply base
• Conduct supplier evaluations and manage supplier relationships
• Collect technical specifications and food safety documentation
• Assist with and review inventory costing with facility accounting staff
• Partner with dry good storage staff and production teams on usage requirements and any material issues
• Review and audit materials to ensure they meet standards before being sent to production
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or combination of relevant education and experience
• One (1) year of experience in inventory management supply ordering

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure, meet deadlines, and present a professional demeanor
• Work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to articulate ideas to both internal and external audiences both verbally and in writing
• Ability to stay current with industry best practices and apply new concepts

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office setting environment with exposure to noise, equipment, and machinery.
• Able to sit for long periods of time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing.
• Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery.
• Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development #HP