Buyer

DescriptionRequired QualificationsPreferred: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or related field and/or least 5 years of procurement or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment.Preferred: Experience in railroad, aerospace, automotive or other heavy industrial manufacturing or remanufacturing sectors.Knowledge, Skills andAbilities: Proven experience working effectively with suppliers, managing purchase orders and ensuring supplier on-time delivery to meet production requirements.Experience in the supplier selection process and managing supplier partnerships using performance KPI metrics.Ability to generate a comprehensive Supplier Request for Quotation package.Ability to perform accurate and thorough cost analysis comparing current total cost to new supplier quotations total cost.Proven supplier negotiation techniques.Foundational proficiency in supply chain management principles and commodity sourcing strategies.Ability to work with complex material flows.Strong understanding of ERP MRP fundamentals, including purchase order signals, purchase order reschedule signals, planning parameters and the importance of transactional accuracy and its impact on inventory control.Ability to interpret and work with technical specifications, drawings, and quality requirements.Understanding of Bill of Material framework and BOM costs.Proficiency in Microsoft Suit (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ability to learn software quickly.Professional and concise verbal and written communication skills required for effective interaction with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to build effective and trusted supplier and team relationships.Organized and posses a drive for continuous improvement.Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.What will your typicalday look like?Evaluate MRP to understand buy part supply/demand signals and create purchase orders.Establish appropriate stocking strategies and maintain buy part planning parameters.Manage supplier relationships to ensure purchase orders are acknowledged, PO dates are maintained and shipments are executed on-time.Expedite supplier parts when unexpected shortages occur or demand is short cycled. Work closely with suppliers on recovery plans.Manage new supplier set-up and supplier maintenance (HICX portal).Manage ERP Sourcing Rules and Quotation accuracy to facilitate Auto-PO, where applicable.Daily and effective communication with production on shortages and recovery plans.Manage transportation costs working to avoid premium air shipments.Right-size inventory by reducing excess inventory and evaluate shortages.Engage with Quality and Engineering to address supplier non-conforming parts.Assess supplier capabilities and make recommendations for supplier selection.Collaborate and support the Sourcing Manager in inflation/deflation goals and commodity strategy execution.Serve as the primary accounts payable/ receivable contact for your supply base.Support warehouse by ensuring healthy inventory levels are maintained to meet demand.Occasional buy part inventory counts, executing physical inventory adjustments in the ERP system.Maintain key product indicators in fulfillment, planning and inventory. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, MO.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.About TEKsystemsWe're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Job SummaryJob number: JP- Profession: Other