Job Title: Buyer
Location: Brooklyn Park, MN
Compensation: $26.00–$32.00 per hour – paid weekly
Schedule: 1st shift | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Job Type: Contract | Up to 6-month contract
About the OpportunityDoherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Buyer for a medical device manufacturing company in Brooklyn Park, MN. In this role, you’ll support efficient procurement by managing materials and supplies, maintaining appropriate inventory levels, and developing strong supplier relationships. This is an excellent opportunity to put your purchasing and supply chain experience to work in a collaborative manufacturing environment. Read below for more information!
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What You'll Do as a Buyer:- Procure materials, supplies, equipment, and services for assigned categories
- Develop positive supplier relationships to support quality, delivery, cost, and inventory goals
- Perform Request for Quotation (RFQ) and should-cost exercises and negotiate favorable supplier terms
- Review Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) outputs to make efficient purchasing decisions and optimize total cost of ownership
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and planning parameters within Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
- Collaborate with Engineering, Customer Service, Planning, and Operations to meet changing supply and production demands
- Monitor supplier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and help mitigate potential supply disruptions
What You Need to Bring to the Buyer Role:- Bachelor’s degree, or 3+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, planning, purchasing, sourcing, or a related discipline in lieu of a degree
- Understanding of Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and advanced planning systems and methodologies
- Knowledge of procurement and inventory management strategies
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and messaging platforms
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and collaboration skills
- Ability to comply with company quality, safety, and procedural standards #metrocareers
Why You'll Like Working with Doherty Staffing SolutionsEnjoy
weekly pay, access to
health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and
temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable. As a
family-owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a
local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an
Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.
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(952) 832-3576.
Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.