Procurement Buyer — Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Kershaw; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k with company match

Paid time off

Dental and Vision plans

Life/AD&D insurance

EAP

Job summary

Kershaw Equipment in Montgomery, AL, a leader in rail maintenance and vegetation management, is seeking a procurement professional to join our purchasing team. You will source materials, issue POs, and monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

The role requires strong Excel and ERP/MRP experience, good negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's in Business Administration or Operations preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; ERP/MRP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials, supplies, and services in accordance with company requirements.
• Create and maintain purchase orders in ERP systems.
• Monitor supplier performance regarding quality, delivery, and pricing.
• Obtain quotations and negotiate costs within assigned authority levels.
• Expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery and prevent production disruptions.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Planning, Quality, and Finance teams to support business needs.
• Resolve issues related to shipments, invoices, and supplier discrepancies.
• Analyze inventory levels and demand requirements to optimize purchasing decisions.
• Support supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Teamwork

Purchasing principles

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelors in Business Administration or Operations

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Kershaw Equipment in Montgomery, AL, a leader in rail maintenance and vegetation management, is seeking a procurement professional to join our purchasing team. You will source materials, issue POs, and monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

The role requires strong Excel and ERP/MRP experience, good negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.