Junior Buyer: Fast-Paced Procurements with Flexible Hours

Rohde & Schwarz; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Training & continuing education

Privately owned company

Promoting innovation

Long-term & attractive workenvironment

Job summary

Rohde & Schwarz in Columbia, MD is seeking a Junior Buyer to support procurement operations, ensuring materials and services are delivered on time and within budget. You will manage purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers, and work with internal teams to meet requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience, is proficient in Microsoft Office, and has exposure to SAP ERP. This role offers growth and a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Economics, or related field or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with ERP software (specifically SAP) is a significant advantage
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High level of accuracy in data entry and documentation
• Proactive approach to resolving supply chain disruptions
• Exceptional time-management skills and ability to juggle multiple deadlines
• Comfort switching between buying physical goods and intangible services
• This position might require ITAR compliance for US persons

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders accurately and timely based on approved requisitions
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Ensure order acknowledgements from vendors are received & recorded
• Coordinate with internal requestors or warehouse/logistics to confirm receipt of goods/services
• Handle discrepancies in shipments and resolve with vendors
• Set up, maintain and update approved vendor data in the ERP system
• Assist in vendor performance evaluations based on lead times, quality, and reliability
• Assist Senior Buyers in negotiating contracts and terms of service
• Provide reports and support in vendor management tasks
• Support and backup other team members in their tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager

Skills

Communication

Time management

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rohde & Schwarz in Columbia, MD is seeking a Junior Buyer to support procurement operations, ensuring materials and services are delivered on time and within budget. You will manage purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers, and work with internal teams to meet requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience, is proficient in Microsoft Office, and has exposure to SAP ERP. This role offers growth and a collaborative, fast-paced environment.