Buyer

Job overview

The Buyer role is onsite in Petersburg, Virginia. The posting lists pay of $28.79–$49.35 per hour and also states $59,000–$80,000 per year. The role supports purchasing and supply-chain operations for Amsted Rail.

What you'll do

• Enter and maintain purchase orders in SAP and review indirect requisitions for budget compliance
• provide supply-chain data for monthly S&OP meetings
• plan material requirements
• obtain and evaluate quotes and negotiate price and delivery
• coordinate with operations to reduce shortages and production disruptions
• maintain purchasing data and inventory records
• develop supplier programs and cost-saving opportunities
• and establish direct material standard costs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

buyer

procurement

purchasing

supply chain

sap

s&op

material requirements planning

supplier management

manufacturing

petersburg va

$28.79-$49.35/hr

up to 50% travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with 4% match
• dental, health, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• employee discount
• health savings account
• life insurance
• paid time off
• parental leave
• tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

The role includes travel of up to 50% and requires a bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline and 2–5 years of buyer experience.

About the employer

Amsted Manufacturing USA is hiring for this role. Industry: Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing. Sector: 33.