Strategic Buyer — Manufacturing & Supply Chain

SMS group USA; Youngstown (OH); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

SMS group USA is seeking a Buyer based in Youngstown, OH, responsible for sourcing high‑quality materials and services, negotiating terms, and maintaining supplier relationships to support production. You will monitor inventory, collaborate with engineering and planning, and optimize procurement to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in purchasing in manufacturing, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 2 years in purchasing/procurement, preferably in manufacturing
• Proficiency with procurement software and MS Excel
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to analyze data and make informed purchasing decisions

Aufgaben

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, price, delivery, and service capabilities
• Negotiate purchase terms, contracts, and pricing agreements to secure favorable conditions
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production planning to ensure material availability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and plan procurement activities accordingly
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and prepare reports on procurement metrics and supplier performance
• Resolve any supply issues or discrepancies to prevent production delays
• Stay informed on market trends, new products, and supplier innovations to recommend improvements

Kenntnisse

Negotiation

Data analysis

Procurement software

Communication

Ausbildung

Associate/Bachelor in Business or SCM

CPSM/CPP certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Jobbeschreibung

SMS group USA is seeking a Buyer based in Youngstown, OH, responsible for sourcing high‑quality materials and services, negotiating terms, and maintaining supplier relationships to support production. You will monitor inventory, collaborate with engineering and planning, and optimize procurement to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in purchasing in manufacturing, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems.