Jr. Buyer

Anderson|Biro, LLC; Wadsworth (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson|Biro, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Buyer in Ohio to join our purchasing team. The role supports day-to-day procurement activities, processes POs, and communicates with suppliers to ensure accurate order details and specifications.

Strong math, organizational skills, and Excel familiarity are important for success. Training will cover SAP ERP system basics, measurement and unit conversions, and best practices in supplier management.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with the ability to identify errors and inconsistencies.
• Basic math skills and willingness to perform unit conversions (training provided).
• Strong written communication, especially in professional email correspondence.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Experience in purchasing, administrative work, or office environment is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review and process incoming purchase orders (POs) accurately.
• Communicate with suppliers via email to confirm order details and specs.
• Verify product measurements and unit conversions (lb to kg and vice versa).
• Maintain purchasing records and documentation.
• Use Microsoft Excel to review and manage purchasing data.
• Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve order discrepancies.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency throughout the purchasing process.
• Assist with procurement and administrative tasks as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math

Organization

Written communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

ERP familiarity

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Buyer to join our purchasing team. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, basic math abilities, and a willingness to learn purchasing processes. The Junior Buyer will work closely with purchase orders, supplier communications, and inventory-related transactions while supporting day-to-day procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and process incoming purchase orders (POs) accurately and efficiently.
• Communicate with suppliers via email to ensure order details, specifications, and measurements are correct.
• Verify and confirm product measurements and unit conversions, including pounds to kilograms and vice versa.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel to review, update, and manage purchasing data.
• Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve order discrepancies.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency throughout the purchasing process.
• Assist with various procurement and administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors and inconsistencies.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to perform unit conversions (training will be provided).
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel; advanced functions such as VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables are not required, but the ability to navigate and work within spreadsheets is essential.
• Strong written communication skills, particularly in professional email correspondence.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Previous purchasing, administrative, customer service, or office experience is a plus but not required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in a fast-paced office or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is helpful but not required.

Training Provided

• SAP ERP system training.
• Purchasing processes and procedures.
• Measurement and unit conversion training.
• Supplier communication and order management best practices.

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity for career growth within purchasing and supply chain operations.
• Stable, full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits.