Buyer | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $58,000 - $85,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for strategic sourcing and building strong supplier relationships? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Charlotte seeking experienced Buyers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Charlotte seeking Buyers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers for raw materials and components.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to optimize costs.
• Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery of goods.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts and minimize excess inventory.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives for purchased items.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to ensure material specifications are met.
• Manage supplier performance, relationships, and resolve supply chain issues.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing/procurement within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems for procurement processes.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, blueprints, and Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, and inventory management.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Demonstrated project management skills, particularly for new product introduction or supplier development.
• Experience in global sourcing and managing international supplier relationships.
• Technical background or strong aptitude for understanding complex engineering specifications.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Buyer, Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, Sourcing Specialist, Supply Chain Buyer, Materials Buyer, Category Buyer, Strategic Buyer, Associate Buyer, Senior Buyer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.