Junior Buyer/Buyer
Muskegon, MI, $45,000-$60,000 per year depending on experience
Job Summary
Are you organized, detail-oriented, and looking for an opportunity to grow your career in purchasing? We’re seeking a Junior Buyer/Buyer to join a manufacturing company in Muskegon, MI. This position will support the purchasing and inventory team by helping manage material needs, purchase orders, supplier communication, and inventory levels. This role can be filled at either the Junior Buyer or Buyer level, depending on experience. Candidates with direct purchasing experience are encouraged to apply, but we are also open to candidates with hands-on MRP/ERP experience in materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, or warehouse operations who are looking to grow into a purchasing role.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Junior Buyer/Buyer, your core responsibilities will include:
- Review material needs through an MRP system and help ensure materials are available when needed.
- Create and maintain purchase orders and keep purchasing information accurate and up to date.
- Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, and delivery dates.
- Follow up on late orders, shortages, discrepancies, and other supplier issues.
- Monitor inventory levels and assist with maintaining appropriate stock levels.
- Maintain accurate supplier and purchasing records.
- Use Excel and computer systems to track, organize, and manage purchasing information.
- Work closely with purchasing, inventory, production, and other internal teams as needed.
In addition, you will assist with other purchasing, inventory, and material-planning duties as needed.
What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you should have the following:
Qualifications:
- Previous purchasing or buying experience is preferred but not required.
- Experience working with an MRP or ERP system is highly valued.
- Candidates with experience in materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, or warehouse operations are encouraged to apply.
- Strong computer skills and comfort working with Excel.
- Ability to learn purchasing processes and systems quickly.
- Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
Skills:
- Strong organization and attention to detail.
- Excellent follow-up and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while also being part of a team.
- Comfortable communicating with suppliers and internal departments.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to build a career in purchasing with a manufacturing company that values organization, accuracy, and teamwork. Whether you already have purchasing experience or are looking to transition your MRP/ERP and materials experience into a Buyer role, this position offers an opportunity to grow.
Workbox Staffing Benefits:
- Weekly Pay
- Hire-in Opportunities
- Comprehensive Benefits including Health, Life, and Dental
- Veteran-Friendly and Equal Opportunity Employer
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply online today and let’s DO GOOD together!
