Buyer Analyst

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

On-site training

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Buyer Analyst / Procurement Tariff Specialist to join its Harrodsburg, KY team. The role focuses on collecting, validating, and documenting tariff information to support customer recovery initiatives and regulatory compliance.

The candidate will liaise with buyers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders while maintaining accurate tariff records in a tech-enabled environment. The ideal candidate has an associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong Excel skills

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a relevant field.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, tables, pivot tables).
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, planning, logistics, or related functions.
• Ability to perform data analysis with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with buyers and suppliers on tariff processes and regulatory changes.
• Collect and validate tariff documentation for internal approvals and customer recovery.
• Review supplier responses for accuracy and completeness for Tariff Review Board.
• Ensure tariff documents are organized and ready for workflows.
• Perform data analysis and identify information gaps and process improvements.
• Maintain records and notes for tariff submissions and approvals.
• Provide clear reporting to stakeholders in a technology-enabled environment.
• Communicate requirements effectively in spoken and written form.
• Prioritize workload and meet deadlines with high accuracy.
• Support broader purchasing strategies and cost recovery activities.
• Leverage Excel to analyze data and prepare reports.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of tariff documentation processes.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Procurement experience

Data analysis

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Supply Chain, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Buyer Analyst / Procurement Tariff Specialist

Job Description

The Buyer Analyst / Procurement Tariff Specialist supports procurement and supplier teams by collecting, reviewing, validating, and documenting tariff-related information to drive customer recovery initiatives. This role serves as a key liaison between buyers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, ensuring that tariff documentation is accurate, complete, and prepared for internal review and approval. The position offers a strong opportunity to gain experience in the automotive sector and contribute to the organization’s goal of becoming a leader in automotive electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with buyers and suppliers to understand internal and external tariff processes, including ongoing regulatory and business changes.
• Support the collection and validation of tariff-related documentation required for internal approvals and customer recovery initiatives.
• Independently review and evaluate supplier responses and supporting evidence to ensure they meet requirements for reporting to the internal Tariff Review Board.
• Ensure all tariff-related documentation is complete, accurate, properly organized, and ready for internal review and approval workflows.
• Perform data analysis and detailed document reviews to identify missing information, inconsistencies, and opportunities for process and documentation improvement.
• Maintain accurate records and detailed notes related to tariff submissions, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Provide clear, accurate reporting and updates to team members, buyers, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders in a technology-enabled work environment.
• Communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats to align stakeholders and clarify requirements.
• Prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work with procurement, purchasing, and supply chain teams to support broader purchasing strategies and cost recovery activities.
• Leverage Microsoft Excel, including formulas and pivot tables, to analyze data, track information, and prepare reports.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of tariff documentation processes and approval workflows.

Essential Skills

• Associates degree in a relevant field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including knowledge of formulas, tables, and pivot tables.
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, planning, logistics, or related business functions.
• Ability to perform data analysis and review documentation with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to provide accurate and clear reporting.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively with minimal direction or supervision.
• Ability to collaborate with buyers, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders in a technology-enabled environment.
• Understanding of basic purchasing, procurement, and supply strategies.
• Capability to organize and maintain detailed records and notes related to approvals and submissions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Supply Chain, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Automotive industry experience, particularly within automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with tariffs, trade compliance processes, or cost recovery activities.
• Experience reviewing documentation, analyzing data, and supporting approval workflows.
• Experience in automotive purchasing, procurement, planning, or logistics.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems used in procurement and supply chain.
• Knowledge of purchasing and procurement strategies within a manufacturing environment.
• Interest in developing a long-term career in procurement, supply chain, or automotive manufacturing.

Work Environment

This role operates within a large automotive manufacturing facility’s Purchasing Group, located in Harrodsburg, with more than 500 employees and a focus on supplying automotive components to various original equipment manufacturers. The position includes an initial on-site training period at the Harrodsburg facility, after which the role will be mostly remote. The successful candidate must be able to work in the office approximately two days per week, with the remaining time spent working remotely in a technology-enabled environment. The work involves regular use of Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and other digital tools to manage data and documentation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Harrodsburg, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Harrodsburg,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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