Junior Buyer / Buyer

CFS; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

CFS in Muskegon, MI is seeking a Junior Buyer/Buyer to join its growing supply chain team. You will work hands-on with MRP/ERP systems to manage purchasing and inventory in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role offers a path to advance within purchasing, with exposure to suppliers and cross-functional collaboration across Operations, Planning, and Warehousing. Training will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with an MRP or ERP system.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (basic to intermediate).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review material requirements and purchasing recommendations within the MRP system.
• Create, maintain, and track purchase orders for inventory and non-inventory items.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, quantities, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up on late deliveries, shortages, pricing discrepancies, and receiving issues.
• Maintain supplier, pricing, and delivery information within the ERP/MRP system.
• Assist with sourcing materials, obtaining quotes, and evaluating supplier pricing and lead times.
• Support supplier performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor inventory requirements, material availability, and potential shortages.
• Prepare and distribute weekly consignment pull reports.
• Assist with quarterly consignment inventory reconciliations.
• Research and resolve purchasing and inventory discrepancies.
• Support efforts to improve inventory accuracy and reduce shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete materials.
• Partner with Operations, Planning, Warehouse, Accounting, and other internal teams to resolve issues.

Skills

MRP/ERP system experience

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Business / Supply Chain

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Muskegon, MI | Manufacturing Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in the Muskegon area, is seeking a

Muskegon, MI | Manufacturing Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in the Muskegon area, is seeking a Junior Buyer / Buyer to join its growing supply chain team. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Buyer or an individual looking to grow into a purchasing career. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience working with an MRP or ERP system, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage purchasing and inventory-related activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Why This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to grow within purchasing and supply chain
• Stable and established manufacturing organization
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Hands‑on role with exposure to purchasing, inventory, suppliers, and operations
• Collaborative environment working across multiple departments

Responsibilities

Purchasing & Procurement

• Review material requirements and purchasing recommendations within the MRP system.
• Create, maintain, and track purchase orders for inventory and non‑inventory items.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, quantities, lead times, order acknowledgements, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up on late deliveries, shortages, pricing discrepancies, and receiving issues.
• Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, purchasing, and delivery information within the ERP/MRP system.
• Assist with sourcing materials, obtaining quotes, and evaluating supplier pricing and lead times.
• Support supplier performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.

Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory requirements, material availability, and potential shortages.
• Prepare and distribute weekly consignment pull reports.
• Assist with quarterly consignment inventory reconciliations.
• Research and resolve purchasing and inventory discrepancies.
• Support efforts to improve inventory accuracy and reduce shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete materials.

Cross‑Functional Support

• Partner with Operations, Planning, Warehouse, Accounting, and other internal teams to resolve purchasing and material‑related issues.
• Communicate material shortages, delivery concerns, and supplier issues to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Maintain supplier records and purchasing documentation, including country‑of‑origin information.
• Assist with reporting, data entry, recordkeeping, and audit‑related documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to purchasing, inventory, and supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with an MRP or ERP system required.
• Purchasing, procurement, materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, or warehouse experience preferred.
• Previous purchasing experience is preferred but not required for the Junior Buyer level.
• Manufacturing or distribution experience preferred.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on open items.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating with suppliers and internal departments.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, solve problems, and take initiative.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred but not required.
• Experience with country‑of‑origin documentation, import/export requirements, or consignment inventory is a plus.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Position Levels

Junior Buyer: Ideal for a candidate with relevant MRP/ERP experience and transferable skills who is looking to develop their career in purchasing and supply chain. Training will be provided on purchasing processes, supplier management, and company‑specific procedures.

Buyer: Ideal for a candidate with direct purchasing experience who can independently manage purchase orders, supplier relationships, material requirements, shortages, and inventory‑related issues.

Compensation will be based on the candidate's experience, purchasing knowledge, MRP/ERP proficiency, and ability to perform the responsibilities of the role.

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