Buyer Hart Area

Buyer Hart MI

Salary Range: $58000 - $85000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for strategic sourcing and building strong supplier relationships The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Hart seeking skilled Buyers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Hart region seeking Buyers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidatesnot just resumes. By joining our network you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Source evaluate and select qualified suppliers for raw materials components and services.
• Negotiate pricing terms and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable conditions.
• Generate and manage purchase orders ensuring timely delivery and accurate material specifications.
• Monitor supplier performance address non-conformances and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production and planning teams to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality or delivery.
• Mitigate supply chain risks by developing alternative sources and contingency plans.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing procurement or buying within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle Infor) for purchasing functions.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications blueprints or engineering drawings.
• Solid understanding of supply chain principles inventory management and logistics.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with a major ERP system (e.g. SAP Oracle Plex)
• Certification in supply chain management (e.g. CPSM CSCP)
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or specifications

Job Titles That Should Apply

Buyer Purchasing Agent Procurement Specialist Sourcing Specialist Senior Buyer Category Buyer Strategic Buyer Purchasing Coordinator Procurement Officer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategicthey partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute Compensation Culture and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your searchmarket insights resume feedback and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.