Buyer - Caledonia Area

Overview

Salary Range: $60,000 - $87,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for strategic sourcing and building strong supplier relationships? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Caledonia seeking experienced Buyers.

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Caledonia seeking experienced Buyers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

• Source, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers for raw materials and components.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable conditions.
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Monitor supplier performance, manage relationships, and resolve supply chain issues.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and planning teams to optimize inventory levels and material availability.
• Identify and implement cost reduction strategies without compromising quality or delivery schedules.
• Ensure all purchased materials and services comply with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

• 2-5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for purchasing and inventory management.
• Strong analytical skills for cost analysis, market trends, and supplier performance evaluation.
• Understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, and inventory control.

• Experience with advanced ERP modules or procurement software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle SCM Cloud).
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma, APICS, or other supply chain management methodologies.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for advanced spend analysis.
• Familiarity with specific industry quality standards (e.g., ISO, AS9100, IATF).

Buyer, Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, Sourcing Specialist, Purchasing Coordinator, Category Buyer, Procurement Officer

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.