Purchasing-Buyer Supplier Development - Staff

Htprof; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Htprof in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Buyer to develop supplier relationships, negotiate effectively, and drive cost reductions for automotive components. This direct-hire role emphasizes on-time delivery, quality, and competitive pricing in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least one year in Purchasing, Sales, Quality, or Engineering, with strong SCM knowledge and negotiation skills. Normal on-site work with no remote option.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of one year of experience in Purchasing, Sales, Quality Control, or Engineering.
• Solid knowledge of Supply chain management.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate based on logic and data.
• Ability to manage cost and customer/supplier relationships.
• Ability to develop and present a clear and concise proposal.

Responsibilities

• Researching, evaluating, and buying automotive components for new model trials.
• Correlating and selecting suppliers to ensure stable quality, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Maintaining communications with suppliers regarding design changes of trial and mass production products.
• Issue supplier documents: contracts, forecasts, RFQ, and related letters.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies for assigned commodities & suppliers.
• Achieve cost targets through supplier selection and negotiation.
• Maintain supplier relationships and documents (Q-Pulse).
• Communicate with suppliers for RFQ, event orders, pricing, and terms.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop products through the new model event process.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Cost analysis

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Business or related field

Job description

Location Columbus, OH
No Remote

Type Direct Hire

ID MD40-2758371

Posted Sep 30, 2026

Description

PURCHASING-BUYER SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT-STAFF

PAY: $56K - $66K

VISA SPONSORSHIP: NO

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: NO

REMOTE: NO

Our client is looking for an experienced Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is adept at developing supplier relationships and can demonstrate exceptional negotiating skills.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Our client is a full-service, tier one supplier to the automotive industry, specializing in the design and production of lighting equipment, accessories, and electronic components. Their Ohio facility houses lighting and mold design, construction, production engineering, and dedicated associates in Quality, Assembly, Sales, and Customer Service departments.

HOW YOU WILL OUTSHINE:

• Demonstrating solid organization skills
• Being attentive to every detail
• Exercising critical thinking
• Solving problems
• Working well independently and with a team (building consensus)

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Researching, evaluating, and buying automotive components each new model trial event. Correlating and selecting suppliers to ensure stable quality, competitive cost, and on-time delivery. Maintaining excellent communications with suppliers regarding design changes of trial and mass production products.

• Issuing Supplier Documents – contracts, agreements, forecasts, Request for Quotation (RFQ), Maker Layout Letter, etc.
• Developing, gaining approval, and executing purchasing strategies for assigned commodities & suppliers.
• Achieving new model and mass production cost targets through effective supplier selection & negotiation.
• Maintaining effective supplier relationship management.
• Maintaining supplier documents through Q-Pulse.
• Communicating with suppliers for RFQ, event orders, pricing and terms
• Developing products with supplier through new model event process

HOW YOU WILL BE REWARDED:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement and more!

HOW YOU WILL QUALIFY:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Business or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of one year of experience in Purchasing, Sales, Quality Control, or Engineering.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Supply chain management
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate based on logic
• Demonstrated ability to manage cost
• Demonstrated ability to manage customer/supplier relationships
• Demonstrated ability to develop and present a clear and concise proposal
• Basic math skills
• Demonstrated strong cost analysis skills

Desired Skills:

• Ability to analyze drawings.
• Ability to work as part of a project team to accomplish the organization’s goals.
• Familiarity of international standards and conducting international business.
• Familiarity with financial statements.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Lifting (max 40lbs) 0.5 hours per day
• Manufacturing Environment 0.5 hour per day
• Domestic and international travel may be required on occasion.
• Required to work overtime (unplanned and unscheduled) to meet deadlines and requirements