Buyer
The Buyer at Confidential Client supports senior buyers by managing procurement activities including sourcing, vendor negotiation, purchase order processing, and inventory monitoring to ensure quality goods at optimal prices. This role requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills to collaborate with purchasing and operations teams, contributing to cost savings and efficient supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.
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Job summary
Confidential Client is hiring a Buyer to support procurement and inventory activities at their Lebanon, OH facility. This entry-level (0–2 years) full-time role supports senior buyers with sourcing, purchase order processing, vendor communication, MRP monitoring, data updates, and cost-saving initiatives. Strong Excel and general procurement knowledge are required; ERP experience (Infor Syteline) is a plus.
What you’ll do
- Process day-to-day procurement and purchasing tasks, including purchase orders from MRP or expense requests.
- Solicit quotes from multiple suppliers and negotiate prices and terms.
- Identify and qualify alternate suppliers to improve pricing, lead times, or quality.
- Expedite orders and work with vendors to ensure on-time delivery.
- Monitor inventory / stock levels in MRP and update material master data.
- Track vendor performance and pricing to inform buying decisions.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and support KPI/metric goals.
- Collaborate with senior buyers, purchasing management, and operations to execute cost savings.
- Prepare purchasing reports using Microsoft Excel and other Office tools; support reporting in Syteline or similar ERP systems.
- Perform other related administrative duties as assigned.
Required skills & abilities
- Knowledge of procurement and supply chain fundamentals.
- Strong Excel skills (critical) and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Visio, Access a plus).
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and communicate clearly with suppliers and internal teams.
- Analytical skills to compare pricing and vendor performance.
- Basic math proficiency: compute rates, ratios, percentages and apply simple formulas.
- Comfortable following written, oral, diagram or schedule instructions.
- Familiarity with ERP systems preferred; Infor Syteline experience is a plus.
Education & experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, or related field — OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Entry-level to 0–2 years of procurement or purchasing experience.
- Some manufacturing procurement experience preferred but not required.
Physical requirements & work environment
- Primarily office-based; prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel or crouch.
- Ability to hear and talk for effective communication and sufficient vision to read and write.
Compensation & benefits
- Estimated salary: $44,980 per year (estimated).
- Competitive wages and full health care benefits offered.
- Learning and growth opportunities within a manufacturing environment.
Location & eligibility
- Location: Lebanon, OH (45036).
- Must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment will be subject to verification and any lawful background or drug screening the confidential client requires.
Why apply through Careertakes
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