Buyer

Job Description

Title : Buyer

Location : Taylor Mill, KY

Overview : Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

Hire Type : Direct Hire

Benefits : Benefits from day 1 with almost 100% coverage! In addition to 11 paid holidays, 2-3 weeks vacation, 401K, etc.

Target Salary :$65,000-70,000

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options : up to 10% annual bonus

Job Summary : Responsible for procuring indirect materials, equipment, and services that support operations across multiple facilities. This role manages purchasing activities for non-production items, shipping and packaging materials, and aftermarket service tools while ensuring cost-effective sourcing and supplier performance.

Job Duties :

• Source and purchase indirect goods and services for multiple locations, including packaging materials and aftermarket service tools
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements to achieve cost savings and support business objectives
• Generate and manage purchase orders for products, services, and planned packaging requirements
• Partner with internal teams during the implementation of Coupa and serve as a key system resource and certified administrator
• Evaluate and onboard new suppliers, ensuring all required approvals, authorizations, and safety requirements are met
• Coordinate with facilities teams regarding vendor access, deliveries, and hazardous material considerations
• Manage lease agreements for mobile equipment across several company locations
• Analyze purchasing activity and prepare monthly spend reports and related metrics
• Maintain strong supplier relationships while identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain, Sales, or a related field
• 3-5 years of purchasing, procurement, or sourcing experience
• Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated history of achieving cost savings
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
• Experience using SAP, LN, or similar ERP systems
• Knowledge of shop supplies, operational equipment, and indirect procurement practices
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Amy Badal
National Account Manager

Amy is a National Account Manager at Sterling Engineering with 13 years of recruiting experience, specializing in manufacturing, engineering, and skilled trades recruitment. She has spent 10 years with Sterling, supporting clients across a variety of industrial and technical environments.

Amy focuses on recruiting for manufacturing operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, supply chain, and leadership-level positions. Her experience allows her to understand the needs of both candidates and hiring teams, helping create strong matches that align with technical requirements, career goals, and culture fit.

Amy is passionate about building long-term relationships with candidates and clients. She enjoys working in fast-paced recruiting environments where communication, problem-solving, and a clear understanding of operational needs are critical to making successful placements.

Known for her straightforward, responsive, and relationship-driven approach, Amy supports a smooth hiring process from start to finish while helping people and organizations move forward with confidence.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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