Strategic Project Purchasing Buyer

Challenge Mfg. Company LLC; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

HSA contributions

401k Match

ESOP Shares

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Project Purchasing Buyer in Walker, MI to manage sourcing of components and raw materials for complex metal assemblies. The role supports cross-functional teams, negotiates terms, and drives cost savings across supplier networks.

The ideal candidate has 1-3 years in purchasing, solid MS Office/ERP tool experience, and strong communication skills to coordinate with engineering, program management, accounting, operations, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a similar Industry.
• General purchasing knowledge with experience in using MS Office and ERP tools.
• Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills; able to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sourcing of component parts and raw materials for finished assemblies.
• Issue RFQs for raw materials, production parts and tool outsourcing; prepare commercial bid analyses.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and terms with suppliers; manage contract negotiations with leadership support.
• Maintain supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance throughout program life cycle.

Skills

Purchasing

MS Office

ERP Tools

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Project Purchasing Buyer in Walker, MI to manage sourcing of components and raw materials for complex metal assemblies. The role supports cross-functional teams, negotiates terms, and drives cost savings across supplier networks.

The ideal candidate has 1-3 years in purchasing, solid MS Office/ERP tool experience, and strong communication skills to coordinate with engineering, program management, accounting, operations, and quality teams.