What are the responsibilities and job description for the TEMP Buyer position at ExecuSource?
Location: Randleman, NC 27317 (On-Site)
Hours/Days: Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm CST
Immediate opening for a TEMP Buyer with our client in the manufacturing industry. This is a long-term temporary opportunity with the possibility of permanent hire depending on employee performance and company needs.
Procurement & Purchasing Responsibilities
The Buyer will be responsible for the following:
Hours/Days: Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm CST
Immediate opening for a TEMP Buyer with our client in the manufacturing industry. This is a long-term temporary opportunity with the possibility of permanent hire depending on employee performance and company needs.
Procurement & Purchasing Responsibilities
The Buyer will be responsible for the following:
- Source products and materials, generate purchase orders, and coordinate vendor selections based on cost, quality, and delivery expectations.
- Purchase materials and services while balancing pricing, supplier reliability, product quality, and production demands.
- Review supplier quotes, compare pricing options, and assist in identifying preferred vendors.
- Monitor open orders, backorders, and delivery schedules to help maintain production flow.
- Maintain purchasing files and records including purchase orders, supplier documentation, PPM reports, insurance certificates, and related materials.
- Update purchasing system information including vendor details, pricing, freight terms, payment terms, and part number data.
- Partner with suppliers, accounts payable, material control, and internal teams to resolve invoice discrepancies, packing slip issues, and receiving concerns.
- Assist with Engineering Change Requests in coordination with Research & Development teams.
- Communicate directly with vendors regarding new part setup, barcode requirements, corrective actions, and supplier quality matters.
- Track purchasing activity and support inventory accuracy through consistent system updates and record maintenance.
- Provide internal departments with updates regarding material availability, shipment schedules, and purchasing timelines.
- Prepare and distribute internal and external correspondence, including shipping materials and documentation to suppliers.
- Maintain organized purchasing records and filing systems to support operational efficiency and compliance standards.
- Support continuous improvement efforts focused on procurement processes, supplier relationships, and purchasing performance.
- Follow company policies, workplace safety guidelines, and operational procedures.
- Complete additional procurement, administrative, and purchasing-related tasks as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
- At least 3 years of purchasing and/or procurement experience within manufacturing or a related industry environment.
- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced setting.
- Excellent attention to detail with strong customer service skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing-related software systems.
- Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, coworkers, and management in both individual and group settings.
- Basic math skills including calculations involving percentages and discounts.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing within a team environment.
- Demonstrated planning, coordination, and organizational skills related to procurement operations.