We are looking for an experienced Buyer to support sourcing and supplier management activities for a growing machinery manufacturing organization in Bowling Green, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract position will focus on building strong supplier partnerships, improving cost performance, and helping maintain a dependable supply base across assigned commodities. The ideal candidate brings strong negotiation skills, market awareness, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to support operational and product goals.

Responsibilities:

Create and carry out category plans for assigned commodities to support long-range supply objectives and business needs. Direct supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing relationship management to maintain a competitive and reliable vendor network. Negotiate pricing, service expectations, agreement terms, and other commercial conditions to achieve favorable business outcomes. Combine purchasing volume where possible to strengthen leverage, improve value, and lower overall ownership costs. Assess market conditions, external cost factors, and sourcing risks to guide procurement decisions and reduce supply disruption exposure. Prepare cost analyses, review supplier quotations, benchmark market pricing, and contribute to annual savings initiatives. Track supplier performance and work with vendors to improve delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost efficiency. Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to align sourcing decisions with broader business priorities. Support product introduction timelines by securing suppliers and materials that meet schedule, quality, and cost expectations. Maintain procurement records, sourcing documentation, and reporting tools while ensuring adherence to company purchasing policies and best practices. 5+ years of experience in buying, sourcing, or commodity management within a manufacturing environment. Background in supplier negotiations, contract administration, and ongoing vendor performance management. Working knowledge of supply chain logistics, purchasing operations, and material planning practices. Experience using SyteLine or Syteline ERP to support procurement and purchasing activities. Ability to evaluate cost drivers, interpret market trends, and apply data to sourcing decisions. Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across purchasing, operations, engineering, and finance functions. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting business deadlines. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .