Purchasing Buyer

Position Title:Purchasing Buyer Duration:Contract Location: Troy, Michigan USA Position Summary: This is a temporary contract position (2-3 months) for a Purchasing Analyst to provide immediate support to the procurement function. The contractor will manage purchase orders, track raw materials and MRO consumables, facilitate RFQ processes, and deliver spend analytics. This role works cross-functionally with operations, cost estimating, finance, and suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with company agreements. The contract may be extended based on business need and performance. Skills & Competencies: Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, pivot tables, and reporting Intermediate + skills in using AI tools Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional and supplier interaction Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in data entry and documentation Demonstrated knowledge of industrial fastener standards (SAE, metric, ASTM grades) and MRO consumable categories; experience with VMI programs and distributor management is a plus Key Responsibilities: Fasteners & Consumables Procurement: Source, quote, and manage purchase orders for industrial fasteners including bolts, screws, nuts, washers, rivets, and specialty hardware to specification Manage consumables categories including brake fluid, adhesives, sealants, and lubricants Interpret engineering drawings and part specifications to ensure correct fastener grade, thread form, drive type, finish, and material (e.g., SAE, metric, stainless, zinc-plated) Negotiate pricing and supply agreements with fastener distributors and VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) providers to reduce unit cost and ensure stock availability Monitor consumption trends for high-velocity consumables and collaborate with production and maintenance teams to right-size inventory and reduce waste Conduct spend analysis on fastener and consumable categories to identify consolidation opportunities and benchmark pricing against market standards Support standardization initiatives by working with engineering to reduce fastener variety across platforms, driving economies of scale Purchase Order Management: Issue, update, and manage purchase orders in accordance with approved requisitions and procurement policies Monitor PO status, delivery schedules, and supplier acknowledgments to ensure on-time fulfilment for pre-production parts Maintain accurate PO records and ensure proper documentation throughout the order lifecycle Support change management tracking during design phases, coordinating PO updates and revisions as engineering changes occur Manage PO updates for raw material adjustments per contracts with suppliers Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations; candidates with direct fastener or MRO category experience are strongly encouraged to apply Experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment strongly preferred Work Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Our Client is unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sumitomo Electric