Buyer (Cincinnati)

Buyer

Location : Cincinnati, OH

Shift : 1st Shift

Pay Range : $65,000 $75,000 annually

Employment Type : Contract with potential to convert

About the Role

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a leading manufacturing client in Cincinnati, OH to hire a Contract Buyer . This is a critical role supporting plant operations, responsible for sourcing, selecting, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure on-time fulfillment, adherence to quality standards, and alignment with inventory strategies. If you have strong procurement experience and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Review MRP requirements daily to ensure timely ordering of materials for production schedules.
• Create, review, and process purchase orders from entry through payment.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels aligned with the clients inventory strategy and Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO) metrics.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers for cost-effective procurement.
• Issue RFQs and analyze pricing and market drivers.
• Collaborate with the Quality Department on specifications and defect investigations ( CAPA ).
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or delivery.
• Monitor and report supplier performance trends .
• Work with warehouse and accounting to resolve receiving and invoicing variances.

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