Buyer - Purchasing and Materials Specialist

Paulding County, GA Full‑Time | Manufacturing | High‑Impact Role Make a Real Impact in a Fast‑Moving Manufacturing Environment

If you thrive in a role where every decision matters
, where your ability to anticipate shortages, manage suppliers, and keep production running smoothly directly shapes the success of the organization, this opportunity is built for you.

A confidential, industry‑leading manufacturer in Paulding County is seeking a Purchasing & Materials Specialist who’s ready to take ownership of procurement, supplier performance, and material planning. You’ll be the connective force between suppliers, production, engineering, sales, and quality — ensuring materials flow, schedules stay on track, and customers get what they need on time.

• Turn requisitions into purchase orders and secure confirmations with precision
• Align with Strategic Sourcing on commodity strategies and supplier selection
• Act as the primary supplier contact
  , driving on‑time delivery and issue resolution
• Monitor supplier performance and support corrective actions
• Track open orders, shipping notices, and expedite materials to prevent downtime
• Plan and coordinate materials to meet production and sales commitments
• Manage rush/short materials and evaluate the economic impact of schedule changes
• Maintain accurate SAP/MRP master data (lead times, safety stock, reorder points, vendor master, PIRs)
• Prepare materials reports for daily/weekly meetings and support KPI tracking
• Monitor inventory health, support cycle counts, and manage slow‑moving/obsolete materials
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and operational issues with Receiving, Quality, and Accounting
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes by ensuring supplier readiness
• Uphold company policies and Quality Management Standards

• Support purchasing for MRO, safety, janitorial, maintenance, and R&D
• Assist with cost‑savings and cost‑avoidance initiatives
• Maintain specialized compliance logs (e.g., lumber audits, CSP tracking)
• Partner with Sales to develop accurate customer delivery dates
• Help Manufacturing plan production schedules based on incoming materials
• Manage consignment inventory
  , transfers, and consumption reporting
• Update purchasing forecasts for selected suppliers

• Commitment to values:
  long‑term thinking, excellence, respect, customer focus
• Bachelor’s degree preferred;
  Associate’s degree with relevant experience considered
• 2+ years in purchasing, buying, planning, or warehousing in manufacturing
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office
• Experience maintaining MRP parameters and vendor master data
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule instructions
• Working knowledge of manufacturing parts, products, and processes

• Regular standing, talking, hearing, and walking
• Occasional sitting, reaching, and handling materials
• Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs
• Visual requirements: close, distance, color, and focus adjustment

You’re not just buying parts — you’re fueling production
, preventing shortages, strengthening supplier relationships, and keeping the entire operation running smoothly. If you’re energized by fast‑paced environments, cross‑functional collaboration, and the chance to make a measurable impact every day, this role is a strong fit.