Buyer
: Job Details :

The ARM GROUP is looking for Buyer for one of our clients in Barnwell, SC.

Type: Full-Time, Salaried (Exempt)

Travel: Up to 10%

Industry preference: Manufacturing

Role:

As a Buyer, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with various departments and suppliers to ensure our production lines run smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and purchase raw and packaging materials needed for production.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best prices, delivery times, and quality.
• Analyze and research new vendors to ensure we're working with the best in the industry.
• Manage purchasing grids and monitor key market trends, ensuring our materials are both cost-effective and high quality.
• Collaborate closely with planning, production, warehousing, and maintenance teams to meet production goals.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and support new product trials, contributing directly to the company's success.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in purchasing or a related field, preferably in manufacturing.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and cost optimization.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. (Candidates with 5+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint is required; SAP experience is a big plus.
• Certifications: ASCM certification or progress toward certification is an advantage.

Work Environment:

• This role operates in a dynamic manufacturing setting, where you'll occasionally encounter loud noise, moving machinery, and temperature extremes.
• Physical requirements include walking the plant, climbing stairs, and occasional lifting.

Disclaimer:

ARM GROUP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process.

By applying for this job, you consent to allow representatives of ARM GROUP LLC to contact you regarding your candidacy. This may include communication via email, phone, text, or other means deemed appropriate by ARM GROUP LLC. Rest assured, your information will be handled confidentially and used solely for recruitment purposes.

It's important to note that ARM Group LLC does not interfere in the decision-making process regarding your selection or rejection. The ultimate decision to hire or reject your candidacy lies solely with the client organization, with whom we have an agreement to source candidates for their consideration.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All applicants must submit to background checks and drug screening.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please be aware that this position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.