Strategic Manufacturing Buyer | ERP & Negotiation Expert

The Pivot Group Careers; Traverse (MI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Traverse City, MI is seeking skilled Buyers to support manufacturing partners across Michigan. This role focuses on strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and ensuring timely procurement of materials for production.

As part of our network, you’ll engage with manufacturers in the Traverse City area, leveraging ERP/MRP systems and strong negotiation skills to drive cost savings and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with an ERP or MRP system for purchasing and inventory.
• Strong supplier negotiation and cost analysis skills.
• Ability to read bills of materials and basic technical specifications.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets for tracking orders and spend.
• Clear written and verbal communication with internal teams and suppliers.
• 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and flag shortages or excess stock.
• Coordinate with engineering and production on material substitutions and specification changes.
• Follow up on late shipments and expedite critical parts as needed.
• Review purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders for production materials and components.
• Track open orders and confirm delivery dates with suppliers to support production schedules.
• Compare supplier quotes and negotiate pricing, lead times, and payment terms.
• Maintain accurate item and vendor records in the ERP system.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and receiving issues with accounting and warehouse staff.

Skills

ERP system usage

Supplier negotiation

Materials reading BOM

Spreadsheets

Communication

Tools

SAP

Tableau

Power BI

Oracle

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Traverse City, MI is seeking skilled Buyers to support manufacturing partners across Michigan. This role focuses on strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and ensuring timely procurement of materials for production.

As part of our network, you’ll engage with manufacturers in the Traverse City area, leveraging ERP/MRP systems and strong negotiation skills to drive cost savings and on-time delivery.