Strategic Operational Buyer - Materials & Suppliers

MOCOM Compounds Corporation; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MOCOM Compounds Corporation in Duncan, SC is seeking an Operational Buyer to ensure raw materials and consumables are available to meet production needs. The role emphasizes proactive procurement, stock planning, and maintaining supplier relationships while aligning with ISO standards.

You will work with the Production Planner and Finance to optimize costs and cash flow, use SAP for stock and FIFO, and manage invoices and supplier onboarding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• SAP experience strongly preferred.
• 3–4 years purchasing or inventory control experience in an industrial setting.
• Experience in the Plastics or Chemical Industry preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and plan deliveries to ensure on-site arrival with essential paperwork.
• Maintain supplier relationships to meet contractual obligations and future needs.
• Utilize SAP to achieve stock level objectives including FIFO.
• Collaborate with Production Planner and Director Procurement & Sustainability.
• Assist maintenance, plant, warehouse, and office staff in purchasing parts.
• Maintain minimum level of stocked consumables.
• Assist maintenance with contacting vendors for facility services.
• Process and match invoices to purchase orders.
• Ensure purchases support cost savings and cash flow optimization.
• Maintain quality management and regulatory documents.
• Monitor packaging stock reports and place orders accordingly.
• Initiate creation of new suppliers in SAP and maintain approvals.
• Work with Product Development to find cost-effective solutions.
• Monitor Raw Material inventory and take action as needed.
• Communicate and address vendor issues regarding quality or concerns.
• Pursue continuous improvement in procurement activities.

Skills

Stress management

Communication

Adaptability

Punctuality

Overtime

Driving

Policy compliance

Code of Conduct

Anti-trust awareness

Fraud reporting

Education

High School Diploma

SAP Experience

Purchasing or Inventory experience

Plastics / Chemical Industry experience

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

MOCOM Compounds Corporation in Duncan, SC is seeking an Operational Buyer to ensure raw materials and consumables are available to meet production needs. The role emphasizes proactive procurement, stock planning, and maintaining supplier relationships while aligning with ISO standards.

You will work with the Production Planner and Finance to optimize costs and cash flow, use SAP for stock and FIFO, and manage invoices and supplier onboarding.