Junior Buyer

Arnold Packaging; Dundalk (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading regional packaging company where your skills will directly impact results. As a Chief Financial Officer, you will play a pivotal role in sourcing and purchasing, ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently. Collaborate with various teams to optimize inventory and support sustainability initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a family-owned business that values its employees and offers a competitive compensation package. If you're ready to make a significant contribution in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Personal Time Off

Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and purchasing raw materials and equipment.
• Manage purchase orders and supplier communication.

Skills

Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)

Negotiation Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant experience in purchasing or procurement

Tools

Epicor Prophet 21

Job description

This range is provided by Arnold Packaging. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

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Chief Financial Officer at Arnold Packaging

Responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing and purchasing raw materials, MRO items, packaging, and equipment parts to support manufacturing and warehouse operations.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Distribution, and Automation teams to understand requirements and delivery timelines, so that purchases are aligned with demand forecasts and optimized inventory turns.
• Issue and manage purchase orders through the ERP system, Epicor Prophet 21, ensuring on-time delivery and proper documentation.
• Track orders, resolve delivery or quality issues, and maintain supplier communication.
• Assist in vendor onboarding, monitor performance, and identify supply risks.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing updates, and item master data.
• Support sourcing efforts in line with company sustainability initiatives and industry compliance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement, cost-saving initiatives and spend tracking to support Company goals.

Qualifications:

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in a purchasing or procurement role; experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions (i.e., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) and data analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with use of ERP software to manage purchasing processes; experience with Epicor Prophet 21 is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits include:

• Salary plus annual bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plan
• Personal time off
• Paid holidays

WHO WE ARE

Are you looking for a company where you can be part of a dynamic team and be compensated well for your impact on results? If so, this is your opportunity to turn your ambition and competitive spirit into a rewarding career with a leading regional business.

Arnold Packaging is a growing, fourth-generation family-owned company. The company is located in Baltimore, Maryland serving customers in Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, West Virginia, and Southern Pennsylvania.

WHAT DO WE DO

We are the most comprehensive packaging company in the industry. Arnold Packaging is a single source for packaging supplies, custom designed shipping containers, and automated packaging solutions.

HOW WE DO THIS

As we continue to grow and follow our core values, we always look for highly motivated individuals. We believe in growing by hiring the best. The best in building relationships and the best in ensuring longevity with our team and customers. That is why our associate tenure is so long.

If you like smaller company values, a company that thinks big, and this sounds like the career move you have wanted to make, we would enjoy an opportunity to meet you. Take a look at our competitive compensation and benefits, plus plenty of room for professional development and growth. Apply or contact us today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing

• Industries

  Packaging & Containers

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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