• Detroit, MI
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30+ days ago

Job Description

Buyer I

Location: Detroit, MI (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term Contract
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 Hours per Week
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits available

About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking a Buyer I to join their Supply Chain Procurement team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career procurement professional looking to build experience in purchasing, supplier management, contract administration, and strategic sourcing within a large corporate environment.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with vendors, contracts, and procurement systems while supporting multiple internal business partners.

What You'll Do
  • Purchase materials, equipment, rentals, and professional services in accordance with company procurement policies and procedures.
  • Prepare purchase orders, contracts, and change orders while ensuring compliance with purchasing standards.
  • Develop Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and support the competitive bidding process.
  • Assist with contract implementation and administration, including master service agreements.
  • Review and process supplier documentation and prequalification requirements.
  • Verify invoices and supporting documentation for contracted labor and milestone-based payments within SAP.
  • Monitor vendor performance and coordinate with suppliers to expedite material and service delivery.
  • Resolve supplier and material quality issues while maintaining strong vendor relationships.
  • Compile, analyze, and report procurement data using various computer systems.
  • Maintain procurement records and ensure accurate filing of source documentation.
  • Support Category Managers and senior Buyers with sourcing initiatives and contract development.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet procurement priorities and project timelines.
What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field preferred.
  • 1–3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
  • Strong negotiation and vendor relationship skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer systems.
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting procurement or supply chain operations.
  • Familiarity with contract administration and supplier management.
  • Experience reviewing invoices and purchase orders.
  • Knowledge of procurement best practices and sourcing processes.
Work Environment
  • Hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite each week in Detroit, MI.
  • Candidates should reside within commuting distance of Detroit.
  • Standard Monday–Friday schedule, 40 hours per week.
Why Apply?
  • Long-term contract opportunity with a respected organization.
  • Gain hands-on procurement and contract management experience.
  • Collaborative supply chain environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Comprehensive benefits available throughout the contract. 
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Numbers & Facts

LocationDetroit, MI

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • Biddingunmatched
  • Billingunmatched
  • Candidate Sourcingunmatched
  • Category Managementunmatched
  • Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Systemsunmatched
  • Contract Managementunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Equipment Rentalsunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Procurement Managementunmatched
  • Professional Servicesunmatched
  • Proposal Developmentunmatched
  • Purchase Ordersunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Request for Proposals (RFP)unmatched
  • SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP)unmatched
  • Service Deliveryunmatched
  • Sourcing Strategyunmatched
  • Supply Chainunmatched
  • Supply Chain Managementunmatched
  • Supply Chain Operationsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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