Strategic Manufacturing Buyer | Sourcing & Negotiation

The Pivot Group Careers; Grand Haven (MI); Vor Ort; USD 62.000 - 89.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Pivot Group Network is actively building a network of Manufacturing Buyers in the Grand Haven area. This posting highlights opportunities with local manufacturers seeking experienced buyers who can negotiate with suppliers, manage BOMs, and optimize materials flow.

The network emphasizes career growth and meaningful placements in a regional manufacturing hub. Roles involve coordinating with production, engineering, and accounting, maintaining ERP records, and supporting production schedules

Qualifikationen

• Strong skills in supplier negotiation and cost analysis.
• 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.
• Hands-on experience with an ERP or MRP system for purchasing and inventory.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• 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.

Kenntnisse

Supplier negotiation

Cost analysis

Bills of materials

Technical specs reading

Excel / spreadsheets

Communication

Purchasing experience

ERP / MRP systems

Tools

ERP / MRP systems

Jobbeschreibung

The Pivot Group Network is actively building a network of Manufacturing Buyers in the Grand Haven area. This posting highlights opportunities with local manufacturers seeking experienced buyers who can negotiate with suppliers, manage BOMs, and optimize materials flow.

The network emphasizes career growth and meaningful placements in a regional manufacturing hub. Roles involve coordinating with production, engineering, and accounting, maintaining ERP records, and supporting production schedules