Data-Driven Purchasing Specialist (Onsite) - Conover, NC

Symbiotic Services; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Symbiotic Services is seeking a Buyer for its Conover, North Carolina facility. This full-time, onsite role supports manufacturing operations through data-driven purchasing, supplier coordination, and inventory optimization.

You will partner with Operations, Planning, and Stockroom teams to ensure timely procurement of quality materials aligned with production needs. The role requires 3–5 years of purchasing experience, strong Excel and data-interpretation skills, plus clear communication and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a Buyer or Purchasing role; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Excellent Excel proficiency and data interpretation skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze purchasing, usage, and inventory data to identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Recommend purchasing quantities and delivery timing based on forecasts, usage trends, and inventory levels.
• Monitor supplier performance related to pricing, delivery, and quality; follow up on late or at-risk items.
• Support supplier discussions related to delivery performance, quality, and pricing, with guidance from senior purchasing leadership.
• Execute purchase orders as part of an overall purchasing strategy.
• Maintain purchasing data integrity within internal ERP/MRP systems.
• Support inventory planning, including weekly inventory reviews and replenishment analysis.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support continuity of operations and shared best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational/time-management

Fluency in English

Collaboration across teams

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Symbiotic Services is seeking a Buyer for its Conover, North Carolina facility. This full-time, onsite role supports manufacturing operations through data-driven purchasing, supplier coordination, and inventory optimization.

You will partner with Operations, Planning, and Stockroom teams to ensure timely procurement of quality materials aligned with production needs. The role requires 3–5 years of purchasing experience, strong Excel and data-interpretation skills, plus clear communication and