Senior Buyer

Location: Eufaula, AL (On-Site) Employment Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $64,000 - $74,000 / year (dependent on experience)

Are you a supply chain strategist who thrives on solving complex operational puzzles? We are seeking an action-oriented Senior Buyer to take the reins of critical procurement and inventory planning for our manufacturing facility in Eufaula, AL. You won't just be pushing paper-you will serve as the operational backbone of our supply chain. In this high-visibility role, you'll negotiate high-impact vendor contracts, optimize inventory flow, and build resilient supplier partnerships to keep our production lines running smoothly without missing a beat.

Responsibilities:

Drive Procurement Execution: Issue, track, and manage purchase orders for raw materials, sub-assemblies, and specialized manufacturing components.

Master Vendor Negotiations: Build strong supplier partnerships while aggressively negotiating contract terms, pricing, lead times, and payment structures to meet cost-reduction goals.

Optimize MRP & Inventory: Maximize ERP/MRP systems to maintain ideal safety stock levels, balance inventory, and eliminate costly stockouts.

Monitor Supplier Performance: Track vendor reliability, quality standards, and on-time delivery metrics; implement swift corrective actions when expectations fall short.

Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner daily with Production Planning, Quality Assurance, and Logistics teams to proactively solve component shortages and schedule changes.

Lead Continuous Improvement: Audit purchasing workflows to eliminate bottlenecks, minimize operational waste, and enhance overall purchasing efficiency.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:

Professional certification (APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or CPM).

Direct purchasing experience in electronics, consumer goods, or electro-mechanical assembly.

Education:

Bachelors

Experience:

4-7 years

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor???s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or equivalent combined experience.

Experience: 4+ years of direct purchasing or procurement experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Technical Savvy: Advanced hands-on experience using ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, AS400) and expert-level Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis).

Negotiation Power: Proven track record of successful contract negotiation, strategic cost-savings management, and supplier risk mitigation.

Agile Problem-Solving: Sharp analytical mindset capable of evaluating demand forecasts, spotting lead-time risks, and resolving delivery delays rapidly.

Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to interface seamlessly with internal leadership and international suppliers.

Ready to step up and make a direct impact on our supply chain operations? Apply now with your resume or send your resume directly to mistysmith@spherion.com.

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

Drive Procurement Execution: Issue, track, and manage purchase orders for raw materials, sub-assemblies, and specialized manufacturing components.Master Vendor Negotiations: Build strong supplier partnerships while aggressively negotiating contract terms, pricing, lead times, and payment structures to meet cost-reduction goals.Optimize MRP & Inventory: Maximize ERP/MRP systems to maintain ideal safety stock levels, balance inventory, and eliminate costly stockouts.Monitor Supplier Performance: Track vendor reliability, quality standards, and on-time delivery metrics; implement swift corrective actions when expectations fall short.Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner daily with Production Planning, Quality Assurance, and Logistics teams to proactively solve component shortages and schedule changes.Lead Continuous Improvement: Audit purchasing workflows to eliminate bottlenecks, minimize operational waste, and enhance overall purchasing efficiency.

experience 4-7 years

skills Professional certification (APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or CPM).Direct purchasing experience in electronics, consumer goods, or electro-mechanical assembly.

qualifications

Education: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or equivalent combined experience.Experience: 4+ years of direct purchasing or procurement experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.Technical Savvy: Advanced hands-on experience using ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, AS400) and expert-level Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis).Negotiation Power: Proven track record of successful contract negotiation, strategic cost-savings management, and supplier risk mitigation.Agile Problem-Solving: Sharp analytical mindset capable of evaluating demand forecasts, spotting lead-time risks, and resolving delivery delays rapidly.Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to interface seamlessly with internal leadership and international suppliers.

education Bachelors