Buyer - Grandville Area

1 week ago


Grandville, MI, United States The Pivot Group Full time
Job Description:

Buyer | Grandville, MI

Salary Range: $62,000 - $89,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for strategic sourcing and building strong supplier relationships? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Grandville seeking experienced Buyers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Grandville seeking experienced Buyers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, components, and MRO items.
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to secure favorable agreements.
  • Generate and manage purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Monitor supplier performance regarding quality, delivery, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with production and planning teams to forecast material needs and optimize inventory levels.
  • Identify and implement cost-reduction strategies without compromising quality or supply.
  • Resolve supply chain issues such as delays, quality discrepancies, and invoice errors.
Recommended Qualifications
  • Proven experience in procurement or buying, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems for purchasing, inventory, and order management.
  • Demonstrated strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
  • Solid understanding of supply chain principles and inventory control.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical specifications or blueprints.
Bonus Qualifications
  • Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent process improvement experience.
  • Proficiency with advanced ERP/MRP modules (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle Cloud SCM) or e-procurement platforms.
  • Experience with international sourcing, customs, and logistics.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
  • Professional certification such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional).


Job Titles That Should Apply

Buyer, Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, Sourcing Specialist, Category Manager, Junior Buyer, Senior Buyer, Procurement Coordinator

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
• Supply Chain
• Resume
• Management Skills
• Offers
• ERP
• Logistics
• Raw Materials
• Salary
• Process Improvement
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Inventory Control
• Vendor Management
• Sourcing
• Compensation
• Purchase Orders
• Supply
• Purchasing
• Components
• SAP
• Manufacturing
• Specifications
• Procurement
• Oracle
• Negotiation
• Materials
• Suppliers
• Preparation
• Planning
• Engineering
• Management

Salary Package:
$ 62,000.00 - 89,000.00 (US Dollar)

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