What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Buyer - Junior or Entry level position at FPC (FORTUNE PERSONNEL CONSULTANTS - Orlando Office)?
A well-established Automotive Manufacturing company in the Greater Indianapolis area is hiring an Entry Level Buyer to join its Supply Chain department.
This is a direct-hire, full-time purchasing role — not a contract or temp position — ideal for a recent college graduate or early-career professional with 0–5 years of experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day procurement activities including issuing and tracking purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and resolving delivery or quality discrepancies to maintain uninterrupted production
- Monitor and maintain supplier scorecards, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, quality rejection rates, and overall vendor compliance
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value engineering
- Assist in the preparation and execution of Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes, including distributing RFQs to suppliers, analyzing submitted bids, and summarizing findings for senior buyers
- Collaborate cross-functionally with inventory management, manufacturing operations, quality assurance, and engineering teams to resolve supply chain disruptions and support new product launches
- Maintain accurate procurement data within the company's MRP system (SAP, Oracle, or similar), ensuring purchase order accuracy and timely record updates
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management.
- 0–5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, materials management, or a related discipline — internships and co-ops fully count
- Familiarity with or exposure to RFQ processes, vendor negotiations, cost analysis, or strategic sourcing is a plus, but not required
- Working knowledge of or coursework in ERP systems, inventory control, or operations management is a bonus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar tools for data tracking, reporting, and analysis
- Must currently reside within commuting distance of Indianapolis, Indiana — applications from candidates outside the Greater Indianapolis area will not be considered
Why This Role?
- Direct-hire position into a stable, growing automotive supplier
- Structured mentorship and clear career path within Supply Chain and Purchasing
- Hands-on experience across sourcing, procurement, and supplier management from day one
- Indianapolis area - no relocation available, must be presently a US Citizen or Green Card Holder (No Visa whatsoever)
About us:
This search is being managed by FPC – Fortune Personnel Consultants. Candidates are never charged a fee — all fees are paid by the client company.
📞 Maria Aviles | 407-307-1500 ext. 133 🌐 www.fpcor.com Please submit your application before calling.
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000