Top 25 Purchasing occupations Jobs in Columbus, In

Direct Buyer
NTN DriveShaft —Columbus, IN
- From $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Mid-level
- Contracts
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Indirect Buyer
NTN DriveShaft —Columbus, IN
- From $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Oracle
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Plant Material Planner/Scheduler
Faurecia —Columbus, IN
- Customer service
- Engineering
- English
Supply Continuity Analyst
Cummins Inc. —Columbus, IN
- $69,200 - $103,800 a year
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- Contracts
- In-person
3d
US Aftermarket Buyer
Vernet —Columbus, IN
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
Acquisition Agent / Buyer
Payton Place Powersports —Columbus, IN
- $4,700 - $7,800 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Dealership
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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14d
RAO Manager Purchasing
Rose Acre Farms —Seymour, IN
- Oracle
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
7d
Commodity Buyer
Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine America —Franklin, IN
- Overtime
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Materials Associate-Specialist - OCU - Non-Technical - 1st Shift
Cummins Inc. —Columbus, IN
- Hybrid work
- Oracle
- Research
- Mid-level
Procurement Engineer
Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics —Columbus, IN
- Online Application
- 5 years
- English
- US work authorization
- Profit sharing
- AD&D insurance
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Supplier Quality Engineer
NTN DriveShaft —Columbus, IN
- From $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Buyer (3yrs material exp req)
Seymour Home Products —Seymour, IN
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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SQA Engineer
Faurecia —Columbus, IN
- Mid-level
- Associate's degree
- Communication skills
Supplier Development Engineer
AISIN World Corp of America —Seymour, IN
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Supervising experience
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Supplier Quality Engineer- 2nd Shift
Honda —Greensburg, IN
- $71,100 - $106,600 a year
- Overtime
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
3d
Supplier Quality - Packaging
Wells Enterprises —United States
- $93,959.91 - $131,543.88 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Research
- Bachelor's degree
14d
Purchasing Manager
Top Wood Jobs —United States
- $145,000 - $175,000 a year
- Email
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Contracts
- Relocation assistance

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Direct Buyer

NTN DriveShaft -
Columbus, IN

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Job Details

Full-time
From $65,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Interpersonal skills
Materials management in manufacturing
Manufacturing facility experience
Attention to detail
Contracts
Associate's degree
Manufacturing company experience

Full Job Description

Direct BuyerJob Summary

NTN Driveshaft, Inc., a leading manufacturer in the automotive industry, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Direct Buyer to join our Purchasing team. This position is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing direct production materials and managing transportation-related spend that supports manufacturing operations. The Direct Buyer works closely with suppliers, logistics providers, production, planning, and engineering to ensure the uninterrupted flow of materials while meeting quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years of purchasing experience managing direct materials and transportation spend within the automotive or manufacturing industry. Automotive industry experience is preferred. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to grow their procurement career in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Procure direct production materials and components required to support manufacturing operations.
Manage transportation and freight spend, including carrier selection, freight negotiations, and transportation service agreements.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for direct materials and transportation services that support business objectives.
Solicit supplier quotations, evaluate proposals, negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms to achieve the best overall value.
Create and manage purchase orders using ERP systems such as JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle, AS400, or similar platforms.
Collaborate with Production Planning, Logistics, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to ensure material availability and on-time delivery.
Monitor supplier and carrier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost, implementing corrective actions as needed.
Analyze purchasing and transportation data using Microsoft Excel to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve supplier performance.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, supplier documentation, and ERP data while ensuring compliance with company purchasing policies.
Support inventory optimization by balancing material availability with inventory targets.
Research market trends, raw material pricing, and transportation conditions to support sourcing decisions and minimize supply chain risk.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and overall supply chain effectiveness.

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Purchasing, Logistics, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
1–3 years of purchasing experience managing direct materials and transportation spend within the automotive or manufacturing industry required.
Automotive manufacturing purchasing experience is strongly preferred.
Experience working with suppliers, freight carriers, and logistics providers.
Knowledge of supply chain management, procurement, inventory control, and transportation processes.
Experience using ERP systems such as JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle EBS, AS400, or similar purchasing software.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with supplier performance management and strategic sourcing.
Knowledge of transportation regulations, freight management, and logistics best practices.
Experience supporting lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Familiarity with automotive supply chain requirements, scheduling, and production planning.

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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purchasing occupations jobs in columbus, in

Direct Buyer

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Plant Material Planner/Scheduler

Supply Continuity Analyst

US Aftermarket Buyer

Acquisition Agent / Buyer

RAO Manager Purchasing

Commodity Buyer

Direct Materials Associate-Specialist - OCU - Non-Technical - 1st Shift

Procurement Engineer

Supplier Quality Engineer

Buyer (3yrs material exp req)

SQA Engineer

Supplier Development Engineer

Supplier Quality Engineer- 2nd Shift

Supplier Quality - Packaging

Purchasing Manager

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