Purchasing Specialist (Buyer – Supply Chain Support) Blue Diamond Attachments – Knoxville, TN | Full-Time | Onsite At Blue Diamond Attachments we are Built Strong. Attached for Life. and our supply chain is a critical part of that promise. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Purchasing Associate to support daily purchasing operations, maintain accurate ERP data, and ensure consistent product availability across the business. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, values accuracy, and takes pride in maintaining dependable processes and communication. Key Responsibilities - Maintain accurate and timely purchase order updates in Syteline, including due dates, pricing, and supplier acknowledgements
- Monitor supplier schedules and communicate status updates to internal teams
- Provide Sales with reliable product availability and lead-time information
- Process purchase requisitions accurately and efficiently
- Investigate and resolve pricing, quantity, and order discrepancies with suppliers
- Maintain clean and accurate purchasing records and ERP data
- Support inventory control efforts by helping prevent stockouts and excess inventory
- Follow established purchasing procedures while identifying opportunities for process improvement
Qualifications - 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or administrative support with a strong emphasis on accuracy and follow-through
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, and pivot tables
- Experience working within ERP systems (Syteline preferred; SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Epicor experience also valued)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with suppliers and cross-functional teams
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage routine tasks with consistency
- Dependable, process-oriented, and able to work effectively within established guidelines
- Collaborative team player with a steady, professional approach to problem solving
Why Blue Diamond? You’ll join a strong, growing company where your work is valued and your potential is supported. This role is an opportunity to deepen your supply chain expertise, work with a knowledgeable team, and help drive reliable product flow that keeps customers coming back. - Competitive Pay: On-target earnings between $20-25 per hour DOE
- Share in the Success of the Company: Monthly Profit Bonus.
- No Nights, No Weekends: Enjoy a consistent Monday-Friday schedule.
- Generous Benefits: Free employee medical insurance, H.S.A. match up to $1,200/year, plus dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and short term disability coverage.
- Plan for the Future: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Time to Recharge: Paid holidays and generous PTO to support your work-life balance.
- Career Growth: Work for a locally owned and operated, fast-growing, innovative company with a national presence.
This on-site role is located in the Fountain City area of Knoxville. E-verify | TN Drug Free Workplace Built Strong. Attached for Life.
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