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Occupation:

Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products

Location:

Maryville, MO - 64468 Positions available: 1 Job #: 104404377933730

Source:

LinkedIn

Posted:

03/09/2026

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Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Buyer - Metals ManufacturingPosition Summary The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and services required to support production in a metals manufacturing facility. This role ensures material availability, cost competitiveness, and supplier performance while maintaining quality and delivery standards.

Key ResponsibilitiesSource and procure metals, raw materials (steel, aluminum, alloys), components, and MRO supplies to support plant operations.

Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules.

Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production planning to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, cost, and on-time delivery.

Identify cost-saving opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Issue purchase orders and maintain accurate purchasing data within ERP systems.

Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations on new product launches and supplier qualification.

Resolve supplier issues including shortages, quality concerns, and delivery delays.

Track market trends and pricing fluctuations in metals and related commodities.

Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and procurement procedures.

QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.3+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment (metals preferred).Experience sourcing raw metals, fabricated components, or industrial materials.

Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).Ability to analyze cost structures and identify savings opportunities.

Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred ExperienceMetals manufacturing, machining, stamping, casting, or fabrication environments.

Understanding of steel and aluminum markets and commodity pricing.

Experience with long-term supplier agreements and strategic sourcing.

Key SkillsStrategic sourcingSupplier negotiationCost analysisInventory managementERP systemsMarket intelligence