Buyer- Manufacturing/Production

AMMEGA; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AMMEGA in Buford, Georgia, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage material procurement processes across all departments. The role involves analyzing market trends, developing purchasing strategies, and ensuring reliable delivery of quality materials.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and proficiency in procurement software, along with excellent communication and negotiation abilities. This position offers a dynamic environment to optimize material flow and support operational success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills for market trends and supplier data.
• Proficiency in forecasting material requirements and procurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends and develop purchasing strategies.
• Manage the purchase order process and maintain inventory.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Knowledge of Inventory Management

Tools

Procurement Software

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Summary

Ensure consistent and efficient material flow across all departments, supporting production, maintenance, and overall operational success.

Accountabilities

• Strategic Procurement & Forecasting: Analyze market trends and production schedules to accurately forecast material needs and develop effective purchasing strategies.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring reliable delivery of quality materials and negotiating favorable terms.
• Purchase Order & Inventory Control: Manage the end-to-end purchase order process, from initiation to delivery, and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Quality Assurance & Communication: Ensure purchased materials meet quality standards and provide timely updates on material availability, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Cost Optimization: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities to enhance profitability.

Scope and Dimensions

• Manages material procurement for the entire plant, collaborating with all departments (production, maintenance, etc.) to ensure timely and cost-effective supply.
• Responsible for maintaining strong supplier relationships and optimizing inventory levels.
• No direct reports.

Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment (ideally synthetic materials or related industries).
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze market trends, supplier data, and inventory levels.
• Proficiency in forecasting material requirements and using procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management.

Parameters for Success (KPIs)

• Purchase Order Cycle Time
• Emergency Purchase Ratio
• Order Visibility
• Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD)

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequent sitting, standing, and walking.

May require lifting, pushing, or pulling up to a maximum weight according to local law.

Requires data entry for 50% of the time.