Purchasing Coordinator

Job Title: Buyer / Purchaser (Manufacturing) Immediate Start | Eval?to?Hire Location: Rock Hill, SC Employment Type: Evaluation?to?Hire (Contract?to?Permanent) Overview A leading manufacturing company in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a skilled and motivated Buyer/Purchaser to join its procurement team. This role is ideal for someone with strong supply chain experience, excellent vendor management skills, and a proactive approach to ensuring materials are available to support production schedules. This is an immediate start opportunity with the potential for full?time hire based on performance. Key Responsibilities Source, evaluate, and purchase raw materials, components, supplies, and services required for manufacturing operations. Maintain optimal inventory levels by monitoring stock, reviewing MRP reports, and analyzing usage trends. Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contract terms with vendors to secure best?value procurement solutions. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, addressing issues related to quality, delivery, and performance. Prepare and issue purchase orders; track order status to ensure timely and accurate delivery. Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to align purchasing decisions with operational needs. Respond quickly to shortages, delays, and unexpected changes in demand. Resolve invoice discrepancies and support the accounting department as needed. Maintain accurate procurement records, pricing updates, and vendor information in the ERP/MRP system. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to streamline purchasing processes and reduce costs. Qualifications 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong negotiating, communication, and vendor?relationship skills. Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, NetSuite, or similar). Solid understanding of supply chain principles and inventory management. Ability to analyze data, forecast needs, and make effective purchasing decisions. Highly organized, detail?oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast?paced setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required). High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.

Created: 2026-03-05