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Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) provided pay range
This range is provided by Creative Financial Staffing (CFS). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$65,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr CFS has partnered with a growing manufacturing company that's currently seeking a talented and results-driven Buyer to join their dynamic Purchasing team. As a Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring world-class quality and utmost customer satisfaction while optimizing costs. If you have a passion for building relationships, evaluating suppliers, and driving process improvements, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for the procurement of all maintenance, repair, and operations supplies, coordination and selection of outside services, and management of scrap materials. This role requires a strategic approach to sourcing materials and services that ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Buyer Responsibilities
Evaluating and Sourcing Suppliers
In conjunction with the purchasing manager, help ensure competitive pricing and timing on all purchased materials and services, while supporting inventory goals in the tool crib and shop floor. Communicate and negotiate with suppliers on capability, pricing, quality, and delivery to build strong relationships and strive towards continuous improvement initiatives. Support strategic purchasing of all supply items including MRO, maintenance supplies and services, chemicals, oils, packing materials, facility, and grounds maintenance, etc. Proactively suggest and support cost saving initiatives and strategic procurement goals. Investigate new and existing supplier sources while also developing and monitoring current suppliers.
Order New and Replacement Supplies/Services
Monitor and release purchasing requisitions through the Plex Requisition System. Issue purchase orders and releases as required. Oversight of Vendor Managed Inventory Systems (VMI). Assists with capital purchase orders and necessary documentation.
Monitor Status
Track purchase orders and releases and work with source to ensure on time delivery. Oversee facility projects including janitorial and grounds maintenance and improvements. Conduct inspections of the facilities to proactively address any deficiencies.
Communicating with Suppliers & Internal Departments
Communicate and negotiate with suppliers on pricing, quality, and delivery to build strong relationships and strive towards continuous improvement initiatives. Assist with expediting while communicating and coordinating between maintenance, production, materials, and customer service etc. when shortfalls exist. Collect, track, and respond to all conflict mineral requirements and reporting. Support procurement obligations for safety, environmental, and housekeeping initiatives.
Sourcing activities relating to OSS suppliers.
Support new job launches with the selection of the most competitive OSS suppliers. Collaborate with quality, production and materials team to ensure OSS requirements are met. Develop new OSS suppliers for each category of operations to improve the current supply base. Market test and propose cost saving opportunities by consolidating strategically. Liaise between sales, company, and the supplier when commercial issues arise. Communicate forecast and volume to OSS suppliers timely to ensure expectations are aligned. Lead any conflict or dispute with suppliers and assist in finding effective solutions.
Managing all scrap projects
Lead all communications between internal team and Scrap vendor. Champion the upkeep and analysis of scrap pricing rates file and its distributions Communicate requirements or issues from operations team to scrap vendor. Supervise and implement all items in LTA. Launch organizational training regarding mixed scrap. Stay abreast of market trends and market tests as necessary for cost savings.
General Purchasing Responsibilities and Special Projects
Other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as requested by direct supervisor.
Buyer Education & Desired Requirements
Education: College degree obtained, or enrolled in and pursuing degree in relevant field, or equivalent experience. Preferred Experience: 2-5 years in a transferable industry or position. Preferred Training/Skills: Preferred Skills Knowledge of MRO supply items, maintenance supplies/services, chemicals, oils, lubricants, packaging supplies, and facility related items. Ability to analytically solve problems, communicate professionally and collaborate with other departments Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally Demonstrated competency to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work with attention to details and understanding of time critical situations Continuous improvement mentality to drive cost reductions Strong negotiation and contract review skills Effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate an ability to lead through example and encourage positive attitudes and mindsets amongst team members. Computer Proficiencies Ability to proficiently use Microsoft based programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.) ERP systems experience, Plex experience is preferred. Experience should include MRP monitoring.
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Buyer
role at
Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Buyer
role at
Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) provided pay range
This range is provided by Creative Financial Staffing (CFS). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$65,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr CFS has partnered with a growing manufacturing company that's currently seeking a talented and results-driven Buyer to join their dynamic Purchasing team. As a Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring world-class quality and utmost customer satisfaction while optimizing costs. If you have a passion for building relationships, evaluating suppliers, and driving process improvements, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for the procurement of all maintenance, repair, and operations supplies, coordination and selection of outside services, and management of scrap materials. This role requires a strategic approach to sourcing materials and services that ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Buyer Responsibilities
Evaluating and Sourcing Suppliers
In conjunction with the purchasing manager, help ensure competitive pricing and timing on all purchased materials and services, while supporting inventory goals in the tool crib and shop floor. Communicate and negotiate with suppliers on capability, pricing, quality, and delivery to build strong relationships and strive towards continuous improvement initiatives. Support strategic purchasing of all supply items including MRO, maintenance supplies and services, chemicals, oils, packing materials, facility, and grounds maintenance, etc. Proactively suggest and support cost saving initiatives and strategic procurement goals. Investigate new and existing supplier sources while also developing and monitoring current suppliers.
Order New and Replacement Supplies/Services
Monitor and release purchasing requisitions through the Plex Requisition System. Issue purchase orders and releases as required. Oversight of Vendor Managed Inventory Systems (VMI). Assists with capital purchase orders and necessary documentation.
Monitor Status
Track purchase orders and releases and work with source to ensure on time delivery. Oversee facility projects including janitorial and grounds maintenance and improvements. Conduct inspections of the facilities to proactively address any deficiencies.
Communicating with Suppliers & Internal Departments
Communicate and negotiate with suppliers on pricing, quality, and delivery to build strong relationships and strive towards continuous improvement initiatives. Assist with expediting while communicating and coordinating between maintenance, production, materials, and customer service etc. when shortfalls exist. Collect, track, and respond to all conflict mineral requirements and reporting. Support procurement obligations for safety, environmental, and housekeeping initiatives.
Sourcing activities relating to OSS suppliers.
Support new job launches with the selection of the most competitive OSS suppliers. Collaborate with quality, production and materials team to ensure OSS requirements are met. Develop new OSS suppliers for each category of operations to improve the current supply base. Market test and propose cost saving opportunities by consolidating strategically. Liaise between sales, company, and the supplier when commercial issues arise. Communicate forecast and volume to OSS suppliers timely to ensure expectations are aligned. Lead any conflict or dispute with suppliers and assist in finding effective solutions.
Managing all scrap projects
Lead all communications between internal team and Scrap vendor. Champion the upkeep and analysis of scrap pricing rates file and its distributions Communicate requirements or issues from operations team to scrap vendor. Supervise and implement all items in LTA. Launch organizational training regarding mixed scrap. Stay abreast of market trends and market tests as necessary for cost savings.
General Purchasing Responsibilities and Special Projects
Other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as requested by direct supervisor.
Buyer Education & Desired Requirements
Education: College degree obtained, or enrolled in and pursuing degree in relevant field, or equivalent experience. Preferred Experience: 2-5 years in a transferable industry or position. Preferred Training/Skills: Preferred Skills Knowledge of MRO supply items, maintenance supplies/services, chemicals, oils, lubricants, packaging supplies, and facility related items. Ability to analytically solve problems, communicate professionally and collaborate with other departments Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally Demonstrated competency to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work with attention to details and understanding of time critical situations Continuous improvement mentality to drive cost reductions Strong negotiation and contract review skills Effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate an ability to lead through example and encourage positive attitudes and mindsets amongst team members. Computer Proficiencies Ability to proficiently use Microsoft based programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.) ERP systems experience, Plex experience is preferred. Experience should include MRP monitoring.
#INJUN2025
#ZRCFS
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries
Accounting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) by 2x Get notified about new Buyer jobs in
Holland, MI . General Manager - Let's Play Soccer, Jenison
Jenison, MI $55,000.00-$65,000.00 3 weeks ago Grocery Merchandiser - Immediate, Flexible Opportunities
Grand Rapids, MI $13.00-$13.00 23 hours ago Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr