We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Site Buyer to manage purchasing and compliance functions for a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have experience in supplier management, procurement processes, and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with corporate policies.
Position Responsibilities
Purchasing Management
- Process purchase orders for Capex, expense, maintenance, MRO reorders, and raw materials.
- Review vendor confirmations, resolve variances, and manage updates to purchase orders.
- Maintain vendor relationships and manage VMI vending, invoices, and related issues.
Contract and Compliance
- Create contracts using standard templates and monitor their validity.
- Ensure compliance with corporate preferred supplier programs and site-level purchasing policies.
- Serve as gatekeeper for purchasing policy adherence and internal control requirements.
Reporting and Analysis
- Report savings and purchasing KPIs using corporate e-tools.
- Analyze spend portfolios to identify synergies and cost-saving opportunities.
- Monitor vendor performance and implement improvements as needed.
Collaboration and Support
- Participate in meetings with plant requisitioners, engineers, and department managers to determine purchasing needs.
- Provide backup coverage for other Site Buyer roles and key functions as required.
- Train new requisitioners, approvers, and receivers on purchasing policies and systems.
Other Duties
- Conduct site audits and vendor facility tours as necessary.
- Complete mandatory safety and purchasing training online and in-person.
- Travel as needed for meetings and trainings.
Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in purchasing or manufacturing.
- 5+ years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, or manufacturing.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience managing multiple projects, supplier negotiations, and compliance requirements.
Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)
- SAP system knowledge
- Leadership or continuous improvement training
- Industry-specific purchasing certifications
What the Role Offers
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Salary range: $85,000 – $100,000
- Annual target bonus of 10% up to 20% of annual salary
- Opportunity to develop professional skills in procurement, compliance, and operational excellence
Why Malvern?
Malvern offers a supportive industrial environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration. This role allows you to contribute to operational efficiency and strategic purchasing while working in a community that values innovation and sustainability.