Buyer

• Job Title: Buyer I- FIRST SHIFT-$30-$35/HR
• The Buyer will ensure supplier delivery schedules, deadlines, and quotas are met by developing and managing the flow of inbound materials, components, and paperwork to meet production demand
• The chosen candidate will analyze, develop and execute appropriate action(s) to solve problems when there is a deviation in meeting production demand
• In addition, they will develop and manage the planning and part strategy for a set group(s) or category of parts
• Develop and execute part strategies to fully meet production needs
• With Strategic Buyer, support the development of supplier strategies
• Works in a cross functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrates ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals
• Proactively identifies problems in plans, determines required solutions and improvements, and implements necessary modifications to resolve identified issue(s)
• Responsible for creating visibility of material position (with line of balance reports, material shortage reports, clear to build reports, etc.)
• Responsible to proactively manage and timely communicate to key stakeholders and departments when production is at risk
• Collects and analyzes data regarding efficiency and timeliness of production demands and part delivery schedules
• Proven ability to produce material line of balance and conduct clear to build reviews

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

BS OR AS Degree

2 years of experience

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burlington, NC.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Burlington,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $25 - $30