We are looking for a Buyer to support procurement activities for a manufacturing operation in Ohio. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented supply chain specialist who can balance supplier management, purchasing execution, and cost-focused decision-making in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to sourcing initiatives, maintain strong vendor partnerships, and help ensure materials and services are secured on time and at competitive value.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop purchasing approaches that align with production demands, cost objectives, and supply continuity goals.<br>• Create and manage purchase orders accurately, ensuring timely processing and follow-through with internal teams and suppliers.<br>• Build productive supplier relationships to improve service levels, strengthen reliability, and support long-term procurement success.<br>• Lead pricing discussions and commercial negotiations to secure favorable terms, quality standards, and delivery commitments.<br>• Analyze purchasing and supplier performance data using reporting tools such as Power BI to support informed decision-making.<br>• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to address material availability, resolve order issues, and support ongoing operational needs.<br>• Monitor vendor performance and identify opportunities to improve quality, responsiveness, and overall supply chain efficiency.<br>• Utilize organizational procurement systems to maintain records, track activity, and support day-to-day buying functions.

• Experience working in a buyer, procurement, or supply chain role within a manufacturing environment.<br>• Strong knowledge of sourcing practices, purchase order management, and supplier coordination.<br>• Ability to negotiate pricing and commercial terms with vendors in an effective and detail-focused manner.<br>• Proficiency with Power BI or similar reporting tools used for purchasing analysis and performance tracking.<br>• Familiarity with enterprise or organizational systems that support procurement transactions and supplier data management.<br>• Strong communication and relationship-building skills for working with suppliers and internal business partners.<br>• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate purchasing records.

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