Indirect Buyer

CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you're only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U. Our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Source and procure indirect materials, equipment, for assigned manufacturing facilities.
• Issue and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of required materials.
• Support supplier selection activities in alignment with Corporate Purchasing strategies and approved supplier lists.
• Assist with supplier negotiations related to pricing, delivery, and service levels.
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers supporting plant operations.
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and cost expectations.
• Address and resolve supplier performance issues in coordination with Corporate
• Cost and Process Management
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities related to indirect materials and services.
• Support corporate initiatives related to supplier consolidation, spend management, and purchasing standardization across facilities.
• Conduct basic cost and market analyses to support sourcing decisions.
• Compliance and Systems Management
• Ensure procurement activities comply with corporate procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and procurement records.
• Manage open purchase orders and maintain data accuracy within the ERP system.
• Partner with maintenance, engineering, and production teams at both facilities to identify material needs and purchasing priorities.
• Provide updates on order status, potential delays, and supply risks.
• Coordinate with Corporate Purchasing to ensure alignment with enterprise procurement strategies.
• Prepare routine reports related to purchasing activity, supplier performance, and inventory levels.
• Analyze purchasing data to identify trends, cost opportunities, and operational improvements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum2 years of procurement or purchasing experiencein a manufacturing environment.
• Experience withIndirect purchasingis strongly preferred.
• Experience supportingmulti-site manufacturing operationsis desirable.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Working knowledge of indirect materials and industrial suppliers.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with plant operations and corporate procurement teams.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move materials up to25 pounds.
• Ability to walk manufacturing floors and interact with plant personnel as required.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Core Competencies:

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Accountability

Adaptability

If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you!