Buyer - Montague Area
Buyer | Montague, MI
Salary Range: $55,000 - $82,000 depending on experience
Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for strategic sourcing and building strong supplier relationships? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Montague seeking Buyers to lead and enhance their operations.
The Opportunity
We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Montague region seeking Buyers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and evaluate new suppliers for raw materials and components.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors.
- Generate and manage purchase orders for production needs.
- Monitor inventory levels and expedite orders to prevent production delays.
- Identify and implement cost reduction strategies for purchased goods.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Ensure purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications.
Recommended Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Buyer or Purchasing Agent in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) for purchasing functions.
- Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, and communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
- Solid understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and logistics.
Bonus Qualifications
- Technical understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, or components relevant to the industry.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles applied to supply chain.
- Proficiency with advanced ERP/MRP functionalities (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) beyond basic transactional use.
- Global sourcing experience, including navigating international logistics and trade compliance.
- Project management experience for strategic sourcing initiatives or new product introductions.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Buyer, Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, Sourcing Specialist, Purchasing Coordinator, Procurement Coordinator, Category Manager, Supply Chain Analyst, Purchasing Officer, Materials Buyer, Retail Buyer
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
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