About the Buyer Role at Our Growing Organization

Join a dynamic, expanding company in Birmingham, Alabama, as a Buyer within our robust Supply Chain team. This pivotal full-time position is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented professional passionate about procurement, supplier management, and strategic sourcing. As a Buyer, you'll be at the forefront of identifying new suppliers, nurturing existing relationships, and securing high-quality, cost-effective materials essential to our operations. This hands-on role involves global sourcing, in-depth market analysis, supplier evaluations, and seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams including Quality Assurance, Accounting, and Product Innovation. If you're analytically minded, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this Buyer career opportunity through Robert Half offers the perfect platform to drive supply chain excellence and contribute to business growth.

Working primarily in-office with minimal travel, you'll play a key role in minimizing supply risks, optimizing costs, and supporting innovative product launches. Leverage your expertise in ERP and MRP systems to forecast material needs, negotiate contracts, and deliver actionable insights. This is more than a purchasing job—it's a chance to shape sourcing strategies in a collaborative, results-driven culture.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Sourcing and Management

• Conduct thorough market research to identify potential suppliers, evaluating them based on cost, quality, reliability, and delivery performance.
• Maintain accurate supplier databases to ensure supply continuity and mitigate risks.
• Build and sustain strong supplier partnerships, proactively resolving issues and identifying improvement opportunities.

Performance Analysis and Negotiation

• Measure supplier performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive accountability and excellence.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve optimal cost savings while upholding quality standards.
• Analyze quotes, cost structures, and total cost of ownership for data-driven sourcing decisions.

Strategic Collaboration and Compliance

• Monitor market trends, industry news, and emerging technologies to inform forward-thinking sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders like engineering and finance to align procurement with business objectives.
• Ensure all materials and services comply with quality specs, internal policies, ethical standards, and regulations.
• Support new product introductions (NPI), engineering changes, and make-versus-buy analyses from a procurement lens.
• Utilize MRP/ERP systems for accurate forecasting, tracking, and reporting of material requirements.
• Develop reports and analyses for supply chain leadership, while spearheading cost-savings initiatives through spend analysis.

Required Qualifications

To excel as our Buyer, bring proven procurement experience, sharp analytical skills, and a proactive mindset. Key qualifications include:

• Analytical Prowess: Expertise in data analysis, market research, and cost modeling for strategic decisions.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong track record in contract negotiations and supplier relationship management.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written skills for cross-functional partnering.
• Adaptability: Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Results-Oriented: Proactive, accountable, and driven to deliver cost savings and efficiency gains.
• Curiosity & Learning: Self-motivated with genuine interest in products, processes, and supply chain innovations.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred; 3+ years in procurement/buying.

No global sourcing experience? We'll train the right candidate. Global travel is minimal, focusing on local and international vendor excellence.

Why Join Us? Benefits and Career Growth

Thrive in a supportive environment with competitive compensation around $65,000 annually, based on experience. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k) with generous profit sharing to secure your financial future.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for peace of mind.
• Life and disability coverage for added protection.
• Ample paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance.

Partner with Robert Half's Bryan Rushing in Birmingham, AL, for immediate consideration. This Buyer role offers long-term stability, professional development, and the chance to impact a growing organization's supply chain success. Apply now and elevate your procurement career in Birmingham, Alabama, USA!