Strategic Buyer - Manufacturing Materials & ERP Planning

LHH is assisting a growing manufacturing organization in seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to support production operations by ensuring the timely availability of raw materials and semi-finished goods. This role is critical in maintaining efficient inventory levels, minimizing supply risks, and supporting uninterrupted production. The anticipated salary for this role is between $80,000-$90,000 a year.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute purchase orders for both direct and indirect materials across multiple U.S. locations
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to ensure accurate material planning and inventory management
• Partner with production planning to align material availability with production schedules
• Track and follow up on open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery
• Proactively resolve supply delays, shortages, and quality issues with suppliers and internal teams
• Support supplier performance management, including participation in business reviews and evaluations
• Assist in sourcing initiatives, cost reduction efforts, and new material qualifications
• Manage consignment inventory and provide regular usage reporting to suppliers
• Maintain and adjust inventory parameters such as reorder points and safety stock levels
• Monitor excess, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory; recommend corrective actions
• Conduct inventory reconciliations and support cycle counts and annual physical inventory
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to review production status and inventory health
• Review and approve invoices related to purchases and inbound freight

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in purchasing or supply chain
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Commitment to maintaining safe working conditions and adherence to all health and safety policies
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred (chemical industry experience is a plus)
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus)
• Medical, dental and vision (low-co-pay)
• 3 weeks of PTO
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law

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