Indirect Materials Buyer

SDI International Corp.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SDI International Corp. is seeking a Materials Buyer to source, purchase, and manage indirect materials and services, including MRO, office supplies, and facility services in North Carolina.

You will coordinate procurement activities, maintain supplier performance, and ensure cost-efficient supply levels. The role requires ERP proficiency (SAP/SAP Ariba), strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while upholding quality and compliance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience purchasing indirect materials, MRO supplies, facilities services, or operational support materials.
• Experience in manufacturing, fulfillment, warehousing, or industrial environments preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP/SAP Ariba.

Responsibilities

• Source indirect materials and services in line with policies and budgets.
• Create, process, and manage purchase orders through ERP systems such as SAP, Ariba, or related platforms.
• Monitor supplier lead times and ensure on-time delivery of materials and services.
• Manage requisitions, approvals, and procurement documentation.
• Track open orders and resolve delivery delays.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for indirect materials and services.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to meet service, quality, and cost objectives.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and corrective action follow-up when required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Independent & collaborative

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Tools

SAP

SAP Ariba

Excel

Job description

The Material Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing all indirect materials and services required to support business operations. This role ensures the timely availability of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies, office materials, safety equipment, facility services, and other non-production-related items while maintaining cost efficiency, quality, and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing

• Purchase indirect materials and services in accordance with company policies and budget requirements.
• Create, process, and manage purchase orders through ERP systems such as SAP, Ariba, or related purchasing platforms.
• Monitor supplier lead times and ensure on-time delivery of materials and services.
• Manage requisitions, approvals, and procurement documentation.
• Track open orders and proactively resolve delivery delays.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for indirect materials and services.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure service, quality, and cost objectives are achieved.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and corrective action follow-up when required.

Cost Control & Savings

• Analyze spending trends
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Maintain procurement metrics related to cost savings, compliance, and supplier performance.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procurement procedures.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and supplier documentation.
• Support audits and provide purchasing reports as required.
• Ensure adherence to quality, environmental, and safety standards.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• 3-5 years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience purchasing indirect materials, MRO supplies, facilities services, or operational support materials.
• Experience in manufacturing, fulfillment, warehousing, or industrial environments preferred.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, SAP Ariba, etc.).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Experience with supplier relationship management .
• Understanding of procurement processes and inventory management principles.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong internal stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

Preferred Certifications

• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)