Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Procurement Specialist / Buyer

This role focuses on supporting project delivery by managing the procurement of materials and freight for customized control panel projects. You will estimate material and freight costs, coordinate purchasing activities, and collaborate closely with suppliers and project teams to ensure accurate, timely, and cost-effective deliveries. The position requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment in purchasing decisions, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, project-based environment where most builds are unique and forecasting is done largely through Excel rather than automated ERP reports.

• Supply the organization with accurate project material and freight cost estimates to support budgeting and planning.
• Monitor and fulfill purchase requests in a timely manner to ensure projects stay on schedule.
• Analyze supplier offers to achieve the best combination of delivery performance and cost savings.
• Work actively with suppliers and project teams to resolve issues related to orders, deliveries, and materials.
• Review and maintain reports on delivery commitments to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Follow up directly with suppliers and project teams on outstanding items until full resolution.
• Report supplier performance and delivery metrics to the appropriate team members for ongoing evaluation.
• Utilize the purchasing system to create and manage change orders accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate returns and warranty exchanges with suppliers and project teams to minimize project disruption.
• Provide Accounts Payable with timely and accurate information to resolve invoicing discrepancies.

• 1–2 years of experience in a Buyer, Procurement Specialist, or Purchasing Agent role.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including strong Excel skills.
• Experience using purchasing or ERP software to support procurement activities.
• Experience negotiating prices, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
• Ability to analyze offers and make sound buying decisions based on project forecasts and custom requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a similar field preferred.
• Experience working in a job-shop or highly customized manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with industrial control, electrical equipment, or related manufacturing industries is a plus.
• Comfort working with limited automated reporting tools and relying on Excel-based analysis and forecasting.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve issues collaboratively with suppliers, project teams, and finance functions.

This position is based in a corporate office environment with regular business hours, Monday through Friday. The dress code is business casual. You will work closely with engineering, sales, manufacturing, and operations professionals in a dynamic, project-focused setting that supports electrical equipment manufacturing and industrial control integration solutions.

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $28.85/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2026.