Buyer

LHH; Pageland (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a contract Indirect Buyer in Pageland, SC to support a growing manufacturing organization. You will source indirect goods, assist direct material purchasing as needed, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with Operations and Finance to drive cost savings and inventory targets.

The role emphasizes supplier performance analysis, continuous improvement, and strong communication across functions to influence purchasing strategy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business or supply chain.
• 2–5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience.
• Experience supporting direct and indirect purchasing in manufacturing.
• ERP system experience (SAP, MS Dynamics, Oracle, AS400).
• Advanced Excel skills and strong vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure indirect goods and services while supporting strategic purchasing initiatives.
• Assist with direct material purchasing as needed.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements.
• Create and manage purchase orders; track cost savings and avoidance.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Maintenance, and Production teams.
• Monitor inventory levels to minimize shortages and excess.
• Analyze purchasing data and supplier performance; drive process improvements.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain or related

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Oracle

AS400

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an contract Indirect Buyer for a growing global manufacturing organization in the Pageland, SC area. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing, and cross-functional collaboration while making a direct impact on operational success.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting both direct and indirect purchasing within a manufacturing environment and be comfortable managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Source and procure indirect goods and services while supporting strategic purchasing initiatives
• Assist with direct material purchasing as business needs require
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements
• Create, manage, and maintain purchase orders
• Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Maintenance, and Production teams
• Monitor inventory levels to minimize shortages and excess inventory
• Track and report cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives
• Analyze purchasing data and supplier performance
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and efficiencies
• Ensure timely delivery while maintaining quality and cost objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 2-5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience
• Experience supporting both direct and indirect purchasing is highly preferred
• Manufacturing procurement experience strongly preferred
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle, AS400, or similar
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Preferred Background

Experience in one or more of the following industries is highly desirable:

• Manufacturing
• Automotive
• Metals
• Chemical Manufacturing
• Distribution
• Supply Chain

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

• Direct hire opportunity with a global industry leader
• High visibility across multiple business functions
• Opportunity to influence purchasing strategy and supplier relationships
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Career growth and advancement opportunities