Purchasing Buyer-Supply Chain

Kdc One; Groveport, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% annual bonus

Medical benefits

PTO

Job summary

kdc/one in Groveport, OH is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our Supply Chain team onsite. You will purchase raw materials, negotiate costs, and manage supplier relationships to keep materials flowing.

This role emphasizes SAP/ERP and MRP usage, cost control, and collaboration with Quality, Production and Finance to resolve purchasing issues. The ideal candidate has 3+ years' experience and a Bachelor’s in Business, Engineering, or related field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Buyer/Purchasing role.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent manufacturing experience considered.
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with SAP/ERP systems and MRP.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Purchase raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies and services to support production needs.
• Review material requirements and utilize MRP to plan purchasing activities.
• Negotiate and manage vendor costs while meeting site requirements.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring cost, quality and service.
• Place purchase orders and coordinate delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels, lead times and supplier capacity.
• Expedite or delay deliveries as customer and production needs change.
• Maintain accurate material information and purchasing data in SAP.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Engineering

Tools

SAP/ERP systems

MRP

Job description

Purchasing Buyer-Supply Chain

kdc/one | Groveport, OH | Onsite

kdc/one is a global leader in custom formulation, package design, and manufacturing solutions for beauty, personal care, and home care brands. The company focuses on high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and rapid speed to market for many of the world’s most recognized brands. Supported by approximately 15,000 employees, kdc/one develops and launches thousands of products each year. The organization co-develops products for more than 1,000 brands, offering exposure to diverse projects and markets for team members.

Are you a purchasing professional who enjoys negotiating, solving problems, and making sure the right materials are available when they’re needed? kdc/one is looking for an experienced Buyer to join our Supply Chain team in Groveport, Ohio.

This is an onsite opportunity where you’ll play an important role in supporting production, managing supplier relationships, controlling costs, and keeping materials flowing efficiently.

Why Join kdc/one?

We believe great people deserve more than just a job. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both at work and beyond, including:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• 5% annual bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid holidays
• Career growth and development opportunities
• And more!

What You’ll Do

• Purchase raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies and services to support production needs
• Review material requirements and utilize MRP to plan purchasing activities
• Negotiate and manage vendor costs while meeting site requirements
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring cost, quality and service
• Place purchase orders and coordinate delivery schedules
• Monitor inventory levels, lead times and supplier capacity
• Expedite or delay deliveries as customer and production needs change
• Maintain accurate material information and purchasing data in SAP
• Partner with Quality, Production, Finance, Inventory Control and suppliers to resolve material and purchasing issues
• Review and approve purchasing documentation and invoices
• Help manage slow-moving and obsolete inventory
• Support continuous improvement of purchasing processes and workflows

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in a Buyer/Purchasing role
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field preferred; equivalent manufacturing experience will be considered
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Experience with SAP/ERP systems and MRP
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
• APICS or C.P.I.M. certification is a plus

The Environment

This is an onsite role based at our Groveport manufacturing facility. While you’ll spend time in an office environment, you’ll also regularly interact with our production floor and warehouse operations.

Location: Groveport, OH

If you’re ready to take the next step in your purchasing career and make a direct impact on operations, we’d like to hear from you.

• Seniority Level

  Mid-Senior level

• Industry

  • Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

• Employment Type

  Full-time