Procurement Buyer – Commodities & Distribution

CFS; Holland (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

3 weeks vacation

Employee discounts on pet products

Legal insurance

Pet insurance

Team events

Growth opportunities

Leadership development

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Procurement Buyer in West Michigan to join a growing distribution team. Primarily onsite with some hybrid flexibility, you will lead commodity purchasing across major vendors and contribute to the company's procurement strategy.

With 5+ years in purchasing, you will negotiate pricing, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings while supporting inventory planning and forecasting. This role offers a competitive $85,000–$110,000 salary and opportunity for leadership

Qualifications

• 5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or strategic sourcing.
• Experience in distribution, wholesale, manufacturing.
• Strong vendor-management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze purchasing data and make decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities for assigned commodities.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, freight, and lead times.
• Analyze vendor pricing, trends, and market conditions.
• Support inventory planning and forecasting.
• Collaborate with internal teams on demand and procurement initiatives.
• Take on increasing leadership responsibilities over time.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Relationship building

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Business/Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Salary: $85,000–$110,000 + potential bonus/profit sharing

Location: West Michigan

Schedule: Primarily Onsite with potential hybrid flexibility. (Must be located in Michigan or moving to West Michigan)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About The Opportunity

Our client is a growing distribution company seeking an experienced Procurement Buyer to join their team. This position will have a strong focus on commodity purchasing (approximately 75%), with the remaining 25% focused on distribution-related purchasing and inventory needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Buyer who enjoys working with major vendors, negotiating pricing, analyzing purchasing opportunities, and playing an important role in the company's overall procurement strategy.

The Procurement Buyer will work as part of a team of Buyers and will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and develop into a leadership role over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities for assigned commodities and product categories
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with major vendors and suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, terms, freight, lead times, and other purchasing agreements
• Support pricing strategies and help identify opportunities to improve margins
• Analyze vendor pricing, purchasing trends, and market conditions
• Source products and evaluate new vendor opportunities
• Manage purchase orders and monitor vendor performance
• Ensure product availability while balancing inventory levels and purchasing costs
• Partner with internal teams to understand purchasing needs and market demand
• Work closely with other Buyers to coordinate purchasing activities
• Assist with inventory planning, replenishment, and forecasting
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
• Resolve vendor issues involving pricing, delivery, quality, and product availability
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and information within the company's systems
• Participate in strategic purchasing initiatives and special projects
• Take on additional leadership responsibilities as the organization continues to grow

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, commodity buying, or strategic sourcing
• Experience in distribution, wholesale, manufacturing, or a similar environment
• Strong vendor-management and negotiation skills
• Experience managing commodities and/or product categories
• Strong understanding of pricing, margins, inventory, and purchasing
• Ability to analyze purchasing data and make sound business decisions
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or a related field preferred

Ideal Background

• Distribution
• Wholesale
• Manufacturing
• Industrial products
• Consumer products
• Retail supply
• Commodity purchasing
• Strategic sourcing

Candidates do not need to have the exact title of "Commodity Buyer." Strong Buyers, Purchasing Managers, Procurement Specialists, Strategic Buyers, and Category Buyers with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Why Join the Team?

• $85,000–$110,000 salary range
• Potential bonus/profit-sharing opportunities
• 3 weeks of vacation
• Employee discounts on pet products at cost
• Legal insurance
• Pet insurance
• Team events and employee engagement activities
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding organization
• Potential for leadership development and increased responsibility
• Collaborative environment with a close-knit purchasing team

The Company

The company places a strong emphasis on collaboration, employee engagement, and creating opportunities for employees to grow with the business.

The position is primarily onsite to encourage collaboration, although some hybrid flexibility may be available. Local candidates are preferred, but relocation may be considered for the right candidate.

Interview Process

• Initial phone pre-screen
• Two to three additional interviews, either in person or by phone
• Potential conversation with company leadership, including the CEO

The company is looking to move through the interview process relatively quickly, with a target of approximately two weeks.