Buyer I – Newburgh Heights, OH
The Buyer I is an entry-level procurement role responsible for supporting purchasing activities, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and services. This position collaborates closely with production, inventory control, and suppliers to support daily operations while learning core procurement processes. The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and process compliance to contribute to efficient supply chain management in a fast-paced environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Advanced electronics & high‑tech materials manufacturing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
The Buyer I is an entry-level procurement role that supports daily purchasing operations to keep production and operations running smoothly. You will work with cross-functional teams and suppliers to create and track purchase orders, manage deliveries, and help maintain accurate purchasing data.
- Create and process purchase orders (POs) for materials, components, and services.
- Track order confirmations, delivery dates, and shipment status to ensure on-time receipt.
- Coordinate with suppliers to resolve routine issues (delays, price discrepancies, documentation).
- Maintain supplier contact and performance records in the ERP/MRP system.
- Assist with quote requests and comparison of supplier pricing to support cost-savings.
- Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment to prevent stockouts.
- Prepare basic purchasing reports (open POs, delivery performance, material status).
- Follow purchasing policies, approval workflows, and support audit requests.
- Participate in process-improvement activities to streamline procurement tasks.
Who You Are / Qualifications
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field — or equivalent experience.
- 0–2 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience (internships/co-ops welcome).
- Strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills.
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (QAD, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Epicor, etc.) is a plus.
Work Location & Schedule
This role is on-site in Newburgh Heights, OH (local to the Cleveland area). Normal business hours; some flexibility may be required to coordinate with suppliers or production needs.
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated pay: $52,577 per year (estimated). Our Confidential Client offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package — details will be provided during hiring conversations.
Why Join
This is a strong opportunity to start a procurement career at a company focused on advanced electronics and high‑tech materials. You’ll gain hands-on experience with POs, supplier interaction, inventory coordination, and ERP systems while working alongside experienced procurement and operations teams.
Additional Notes
- This posting is for an entry-level Buyer role (Buyer I).
- Confidential Client is committed to reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. If you need assistance, please let us know.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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