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JMJ Phillip
Site Buyer
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A Purchasing Manager manages the purchasing of supplies for a company or organization. Develops policies and schedules for regular procurements. Trains and supervises staff, develops relationships with suppliers, researches and inspects supplies, and negotiates supply and shipping prices.
$109,981 / year median in Pennsylvania
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Site Buyer Posted on January 6, 2026 January 6, 2026 by JMJ Phillip We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Site Buyer to manage purchasing and compliance functions for a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have experience in supplier management, procurement processes, and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with corporate policies. Position Responsibilities Purchasing Management Process purchase orders for Capex, expense, maintenance, MRO reorders, and raw materials. Review vendor confirmations, resolve variances, and manage updates to purchase orders. Maintain vendor relationships and manage VMI vending, invoices, and related issues. Contract and Compliance Create contracts using standard templates and monitor their validity. Ensure compliance with corporate preferred supplier programs and site-level purchasing policies. Serve as gatekeeper for purchasing policy adherence and internal control requirements. Reporting and Analysis Report savings and purchasing KPIs using corporate e-tools. Analyze spend portfolios to identify synergies and cost-saving opportunities. Monitor vendor performance and implement improvements as needed. Collaboration and Support Participate in meetings with plant requisitioners, engineers, and department managers to determine purchasing needs. Provide backup coverage for other Site Buyer roles and key functions as required. Train new requisitioners, approvers, and receivers on purchasing policies and systems. Other Duties Conduct site audits and vendor facility tours as necessary. Complete mandatory safety and purchasing training online and in-person. Travel as needed for meetings and trainings. Prerequisites Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in purchasing or manufacturing. 5+ years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, or manufacturing. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite. Experience managing multiple projects, supplier negotiations, and compliance requirements. Certifications (Preferred, but not Required) SAP system knowledge Leadership or continuous improvement training Industry-specific purchasing certifications What the Role Offers Competitive salary and benefits package Salary range: $85,000 - $100,000 Annual target bonus of 10% up to 20% of annual salary Opportunity to develop professional skills in procurement, compliance, and operational excellence Why Malvern? Malvern offers a supportive industrial environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration. This role allows you to contribute to operational efficiency and strategic purchasing while working in a community that values innovation and sustainability. Upload your resume to Apply • Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, Max.