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Buyer

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StaffSource

Knoxville, TN (In Person)

$70,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/13/2026

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Job Description

We are a well-established and growing manufacturing company in the Knoxville area is seeking an experienced Buyer to join its procurement team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven background in purchasing, supplier management, and inventory planning. Responsibilities Source and purchase materials, components, and supplies to support production operations. Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors. Monitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing needs. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while evaluating performance. Collaborate with production, engineering, and operations teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow. Issue and manage purchase orders while tracking deliveries and resolving discrepancies. Analyze purchasing data and identify cost-saving opportunities. Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and quality standards.
Qualifications Required:
Previous purchasing or buying experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong negotiation and vendor management skills. Experience with ERP/MRP systems. Excellent organizational and analytical abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other business software. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Bachelor's degree preferred but equivalent experience will be considered.
Pay:
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Describe your experience purchasing materials or components in a manufacturing environment — what categories did you buy and what ERP or MRP system did you use to manage purchase orders and inventory? Walk me through a time you negotiated pricing or terms with a vendor — what was your approach and what did you achieve? How do you monitor inventory levels and determine when and how much to buy — what tools or methods have you used to forecast purchasing needs and avoid shortages or overstock situations?
Work Location:
In person