Strategic NPM Buyer – Indirect Procurement (Manufacturing)

Partners Personnel; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners Personnel is seeking a highly motivated Non-Production Materials (NPM) Buyer to ensure uninterrupted supply of indirect materials for manufacturing. You will lead strategic sourcing across PPE, facilities, packaging, office supplies, logistics, and IT services, negotiate favorable terms, and drive cost savings while maintaining strong supplier partnerships.

The role requires 3–7 years in purchasing, experience with SAP/ERP, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; an MBA or CPSM/ISM

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• MBA or professional procurement certification (CPSM, CPM, APICS, ISM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing activities across multiple indirect procurement categories (PPE, facility management, packaging, office supplies, temporary labor, logistics, capital equipment, utilities, IT hardware/software).
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes and supplier selection.
• Analyze supplier quotations, negotiate pricing and terms, and manage LTAs/MSAs.
• Build and maintain supplier partnerships and monitor performance (quality, delivery, service, cost).
• Develop cost-reduction and productivity projects; resolve supply disruptions and disputes.
• Collaborate with Operations, Finance, IT, and other functions to support plant requirements and capital projects.
• Maintain contracts and procurement documentation in SAP/ERP and ensure pricing accuracy.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Data Analysis

Excel

ERP insight

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or CPSM/CPM/ISM

Tools

SAP

ERP Software

MS Excel

Job description

Partners Personnel is seeking a highly motivated Non-Production Materials (NPM) Buyer to ensure uninterrupted supply of indirect materials for manufacturing. You will lead strategic sourcing across PPE, facilities, packaging, office supplies, logistics, and IT services, negotiate favorable terms, and drive cost savings while maintaining strong supplier partnerships.

The role requires 3–7 years in purchasing, experience with SAP/ERP, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; an MBA or CPSM/ISM