Buyer

Company: System One
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 25, 2025

Job Description:

Buyer

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Location: Onsite - St. Louis, MO
Pay: $25 per hour
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM (occasional weekends may be required)
Job Type: 6 months; Contract to Hire
Travel: Up to 10% project-related travel may be required

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Buyer to join a high-performing team within a leading control panel integration and fabrication division. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring timely procurement of materials, cost efficiency, and smooth coordination with suppliers and internal project teams.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career looking to gain hands-on experience in procurement, purchasing, and supplier coordination within a project-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide material and freight cost estimates to support project planning


Monitor and fulfill purchase requests in a timely manner


Analyze supplier offers for best cost savings and delivery outcomes


Collaborate with suppliers and project teams to resolve issues


Maintain reporting on delivery commitments and outstanding items


Follow up with suppliers and teams to ensure timely resolution


Report supplier performance metrics to internal teams


Facilitate change orders through the purchasing system


Manage product returns and warranty exchanges


Work with Accounts Payable to resolve invoicing discrepancies


Ensure accurate and complete communication on order status and delivery


Accurately allocate time and costs to the appropriate project budget



Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field (preferred)


0-2 years of experience in a Buyer or Purchasing Agent role


Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Word)


Experience using purchasing software or ERP systems


Strong negotiation skills for pricing, terms, and vendor agreements


Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills


Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities




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