Buyer — Purchasing Specialist

Job overview

The Buyer — Purchasing Specialist role is onsite at the Dayton, TN factory. Compensation is not specified. The role supports procurement for Nokian Tyres’ manufacturing operations. The specialist manages purchasing activities and supplier coordination to support reliable material supply, control costs, and keep purchase orders and deliveries aligned with internal needs and procurement agreements.

What you'll do

• Manage purchase-to-pay activities in assigned categories
• develop sourcing packages and evaluate supplier proposals
• negotiate contract terms
• plan and place purchase orders
• analyze supplier spend, markets, and total cost of ownership
• monitor deliveries, claims, invoices, and supplier performance
• escalate supply risks.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

buyer

purchasing specialist

dayton tn

nokian tyres

procurement

supplier management

purchase-to-pay

sourcing

purchase orders

supply chain

manufacturing procurement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–3 years of operational procurement experience; no relocation or visa sponsorship is offered.

About the employer

Nokian Tyres is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing. Sector: 33.