Remote Manufacturing Buyer Job at Lensa, Broken Arrow, OK

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  • Lensa
  • Broken Arrow, OK

Job Description

Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, Manpower Group Inc., is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

Job Title: Remote Buyer – Manufacturing

Temporary Role : Approximately 3 Month Role

Role: Manufacturing Buyer

Location: Remote (U.S.-based candidates only)

Industry: Manufacturing / Supply Chain

Annual Spend Managed: $21 million

SKUs Managed: 1,500 Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Remote Buyer to join our dynamic manufacturing team. This role is integral to ensuring the timely procurement of components and products, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and fostering strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing Material Requirements Planning (MRP) reports, utilizing SOLID ERP systems, and demonstrating advanced proficiency in Excel (including VLOOKUP and PivotTables).

Key Responsibilities

  • MRP & Inventory Management: Analyze and manage MRP reports to ensure timely procurement of materials, maintaining optimal inventory levels across 1,500+ SKUs.
  • Purchase Order Management: Generate and manage purchase orders (POs) with vendors, ensuring components and products are delivered on time to meet manufacturing needs.
  • Vendor Relations: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating pricing, lead times, and terms to optimize procurement efficiency.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilize Excel to analyze procurement data, track spending, and generate reports to support decision-making processes.
  • Stocking Programs: Manage and optimize stocking programs to ensure consistent availability of materials, minimizing production delays.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with production, logistics, and finance teams to align procurement strategies with manufacturing schedules and budgetary constraints.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field, preferred
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a purchasing or procurement role, within a manufacturing environment.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, data analysis).
  • Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage large datasets and make data-driven decisions.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and build relationships with vendors.
  • Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certifications: Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent preferred
  • Industry Experience: Experience in managing procurement for a large number of SKUs and a significant annual spend.
  • Software Knowledge: SOLID ERP systems and procurement software.

Benefits

  • Work Environment: Fully remote position 8am-5pm M-F
  • Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth and professional development

ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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