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modis
Buyer II
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What they do
A Buyer buys products, materials or services needed by a company or organization. Manages inventory and schedule for purchasing, works with vendors and negotiates contracts, monitors quality of supplies and services purchased. May work in farm products, manufacturing, trade or services industries.
$64,875 / year median in Minnesota
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Akkodis is seeking a Buyer II for a Contract with a client in Plymouth, MN. The ideal candidate is responsible for managing purchase orders, maintaining inventory levels, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely procurement of materials and supplies.
Mathur@ akkodisgroup.com.
Rate Range:
$34/hour to $36/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.Buyer II Job Responsibilities include:
Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for direct materials, including raw materials, electronics, plastic tubing, labels, and other production-related components. Review purchase requisitions, create and issue purchase orders, and monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and inventory availability. Maintain and update ERP/SAP system data, including pricing, lead times, order quantities, and supplier master information. Resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing issues, and supply constraints while coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Participate in inventory and supply planning reviews, proactively acting with suppliers to maintain target inventory levels and prevent shortages. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to support business objectives and ensure seamless material flow.Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma required; bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, or a related field preferred. 2-5 years of purchasing/procurement experience required, including 2+ years of direct materials purchasing; 5+ years preferred in lieu of a bachelor's degree. Hands-on experience with SAP or other ERP systems, including purchase order management, inventory planning, and supplier coordination. Proven ability to work independently, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and proactively manage supplier performance and inventory levels. If you are interested in this role, then please clickAPPLY NOW.
For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Udbhav.Mathur@ akkodisgroup.com.