Buyer

Position: Buyer - Industrial Automation Group

Location: Hybrid - Columbus, OH

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, processing purchase orders, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and able to balance multiple priorities while maintaining strong communication with vendors and internal teams. This position plays a key role in supporting operational efficiency, cost control, and customer satisfaction within a fast-paced industrial distribution environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery
• Review and analyze purchase request reports and generate purchase orders
• Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
• Prepare reports on purchase activity and supplier performance
• Timely processing and communication of all inquiries, quoting and
• Knowledge of account requirements and special situations; the ability to get results for
• Gain specialized knowledge about our products and
• Maintain knowledge of and utilize vendor portals
• Maintain appropriate record keeping in ERP and CRM
• Gather and provide information to sales and management team
• Work cooperatively with other associates and departments; be a Team
• Provide assistance with shipment issues; resolve product related problems
• Be familiar with approved list of suppliers for goods and services
• Internal and external collaboration on quotes for products/services with customers/outside sellers
• Any other tasks as assigned by lead/manager.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from a four-year College or Technical school; or High School Diploma with three (3) years related experience.
• Required experience working within an ERP
• Preferred experience and knowledge of industrial
• Preferred experience working in supply chain and logistics
• Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures
• Detail oriented, including accurate data entry skills
• Capable of working independently, as well as a team member
• Interact with co-workers with a positive attitude to maintain a friendly and productive work environment
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to understand written and oral English and be proficient with computer, email, spreadsheets and look up documents online
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job
• Ability to work in environments that may include:
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Painting chemicals and solvents
• Electrical equipment
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk
• Standing: Mobility within an office environment for extended periods
• Walking: Moving around the office
• Lifting: Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds
  
  

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability - Ability to be flexible and adjust to changes in your work You can respond quickly to changing ideas, responsibilities, expectations, trends, strategies and other processes. Being adaptable also means possessing soft skills like interpersonal, communication, creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Accuracy - Ability to detect errors in normal course of work by standard check or routine Errors resulting from inaccuracy would create minor confusion, delay or expense to correct the situation.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Keeps
• Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Problem Solving - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others'
• Planning/Organization - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Collaboration - Ability to work with others to achieve a common goal; Building and maintaining relationships through shared responsibility, respect, and empathy.