Assistant buyer Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

LHH is seeking a Buyer for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client located in Indianapolis, IN. This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established team with an industry-leading manufacturing organization. In this role, you will coordinate orders with major customers, purchase materials to support production demands, negotiate pricing with suppliers, track orders through the supply chain, and manage / release onsite inventory for production. You will be given the opportunity to learn and develop under tenured industry professionals in a very strong team-centered working environment. The compensation is commensurate to experience and ranges between $65-73K plus bonus and includes several medical insurance options, generous PTO, and a 401K with a company match.

• H1B / Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and execute effective sourcing and purchasing strategies with new and existing business partners for all assigned categories

Evaluate competitive offers to determine the best option in terms of cost and quality

Maintain and manage vendors / suppliers within internal tracking systems

Submit purchase orders and monitor progress throughout the supply chain process

Quickly address and correct supply chain failures and delays

Responsible for managing the flow of materials throughout the facility

Manage onsite inventory, ensure proper quantity levels, and assist with expedited deliveries when necessary

Review production schedules and inventory reports to determine material demands and ensure the production schedule is being achieved

Conduct in-depth cost and spend analyses, develop cost savings initiatives, and achieve all cost reduction savings targets

Stay abreast of industry trends and market developments in your respective categories

QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field is strongly preferred

Must have a minimum of three years of experience purchasing materials to support production demands

Must have purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment (with preference toward industrial manufacturing, automotive, heavy trucks and / or machinery, or other mass-produced parts)

Ideal candidates will have experience with both domestic and international purchasing

Must have experience using an ERP System

Must possess a track record of being a result-driven person who consistently meets and exceeds organizational goals

Must be a natural problem-solver who possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills

If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Buyer position located in Indianapolis, IN, please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.