Junior Buyer

Job Title: Junior Buyer

Position Summary

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive team member to support the buying team in product selection, vendor management, inventory coordination. This role plays a key part in maintaining supply chain efficiency by managing purchase orders, coordinating inbound and outbound freight, and assisting in inventory setup and replenishment.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams.

- Assist in selecting products and sourcing vendors based on cost, quality and lead times.

- Prepare and issue purchase orders (POs) and monitor order confirmations and changes.

- Track vendor Performances, pricing trends and delivery times.

- Arrange inbound and outbound freight (LTL, FTL, sprinter vans as needed) with carriers.

- Loading and unloading materials from trucks, pallets, and storage areas. Including checking shipments, ensuring proper product handling and following safety protocols throughout the loading/unloading process.

- Track shipments and mange freight documentation (BOLs, packing lists, etc.)

- Communicate delays or changes to onsite or shop personnel.

- Monitor/maintain inventory levels of consumables and tooling.

- Maintain a clean, safe working environment.

- Support other areas of the shop as needed.

Position Requirements:

- High School Diploma or equivalent.

- Must have a valid driver’s license.

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Proficiency in Excel and comfort with data analysis.

- Ability to foresee changes relevant to area of responsibility.

- Ability to organize work assignments to ensure efficient operations within the area.

- Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner to achieve intended objective.

- Good organizational skills.

- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time in environments that require frequent bending, reaching and lifting.

- Understanding of safety in a manufacturing environment.

You should be proficient in:

- High School / GED

- Excellent Communication Skills

- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

- Basic Computer Skills

- Microsoft Excel