Procurement Specialist – Manufacturing & Cost Control

South Western Communications, Inc.; Strafford (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

American Products in Strafford, MO is seeking a Buyer to support manufacturing operations through sourcing and purchasing of materials and services. You will create and manage purchase orders to support production needs and collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

The role requires 2+ years in purchasing within manufacturing, ERP experience (Syteline preferred), and strong communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Experience buying raw materials or production supplies preferred.
• 2+ years of ERP experience (Syteline a plus).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Detail-oriented, analytical mindset with solutions focus.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders to support production needs.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers.
• Analyze pricing, proposals, and supplier data to ensure competitive costs.
• Track purchases, inventory levels, deliveries, and supplier performance.
• Support cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality standards.
• Collaborate with production, operations, and finance teams.
• Resolve vendor-related delivery, quality, or service issues.

Skills

Purchasing experience

ERP experience

Microsoft Office

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical/Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Syteline ERP

Job description

American Products in Strafford, MO is seeking a Buyer to support manufacturing operations through sourcing and purchasing of materials and services. You will create and manage purchase orders to support production needs and collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

The role requires 2+ years in purchasing within manufacturing, ERP experience (Syteline preferred), and strong communication and negotiation skills.