Top 41 Purchasing agents Jobs in Gahanna, Oh

Buyer-Hybrid
Samuel, Son & Co. —Heath, OH
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Office
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Purchasing Agent
D.R. Horton —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Office
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Buyer
Omni One —Columbus, OH
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Email
- Mid-level
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Procurement Specialist
Hive+Co —Columbus, OH
- From $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Project Cost Analysts
ITS (Integrated Talent Strategies) —Columbus, OH
- $30 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Purchasing Assistant
City of Upper Arlington —Upper Arlington, OH
- $60,750.14 - $88,087.79 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
Purchasing Agent
Hatzel & Buehler Inc —Columbus, OH
- $75,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Buyer Associate
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC —New Albany, OH
- $15.00 - $31.74 an hour
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Assistant Buyer-HYBRID
Designer Brands Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Marketing
- Merchandising
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
Procurement Specialist
Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences —Columbus, OH
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- Oracle
- Mid-level
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2311 Buyer
NIBE Element North America —Columbus, OH
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Travel
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Senior Associate Procurement / Inventory Management
Amgen —Columbus, OH
- $83,724.15 - $113,273.85 a year
- Extended hours
- OSHA
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
1d
Purchasing Agent - Data Center
Cupertino Electric, Inc. —New Albany, OH
- $60,750 - $79,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
Assistant Buyer
Kimball Midwest —Columbus, OH
- Monday to Friday
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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11d
Fashion Consultant/Buyer
Uptown Cheapskate Reynoldsburg —Reynoldsburg, OH
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Merchandise Clerk - Hybrid
Designer Brands Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Inventory management
- Merchandising
Buyer - Manufacturing
Rogue Fitness —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Office
Assistant Buyer
Big Lots —Columbus, OH
- Merchandising
- Research
- Office
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Sr. Procurement Associate
CBRE —Columbus, OH
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
8d
Buyer
Havis Inc —Hilliard, OH
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Basic math
- English
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Samuel, Son & Co. -
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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Cost management
Inventory management systems
Supplier performance analysis
Communication with suppliers
Contract review
Procurement spend analysis
Microsoft Excel
Supply chain cost analysis
Category management
Pricing analysis
Supplier market research
Supply chain risk management
Procurement financial analysis
Shipment tracking for distribution operations
Bachelor's degree in business
Purchase order management
Metrics Reporting
Mid-level
Microsoft Dynamics 365
3 years
Manufacturing facility experience
Analysis skills
Bachelor's degree
Freight shipment tracking
Data management
Decision making
Supply chain analytics
Supply planning in materials management
Vendor performance improvement

Full Job Description

Sourcing & Procurement Execution

Source materials through multiple supply channels to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliable delivery.
Execute sourcing initiatives aligned with overall supply chain and category strategies.
Create and manage purchase orders in D365, ensuring accuracy and timely confirmations.
Track deliveries, expedite orders as needed, and proactively communicate supply risks or delays.
Maintain accurate system data including pricing, supplier information, and lead times.

Functional Role Designation (Specialized Responsibilities)

Buyers may be assigned one or more functional designations based on business needs, category structure, or individual capability. These designations provide additional ownership and accountability beyond core purchasing execution.

Supplier Management & Commercial Support

Manage supplier performance including delivery, quality, and service compliance.
Participate in supplier negotiations within defined commercial parameters; escalate strategic decisions when required.
Review and validate pricing structures, cost changes, and contract adherence.
Challenge supplier price increases using market data and cost analysis.
Maintain strong, ethical supplier relationships aligned with company standards.

Inventory & Supply Chain Optimization

Monitor and optimize inventory levels to balance service and working capital.
Identify supply risks and develop mitigation plans in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
Support material availability aligned with production schedules and demand forecasts.
Assist in managing intercompany transfers and material flow across the network.

Strategic & Analytical Activities

Conduct cost analysis and total cost of ownership (TCO) evaluations to support sourcing decisions.
Track and report key metrics including cost savings, purchase price variance (PPV), service levels, and supplier performance.
Provide market intelligence and supplier benchmarking to internal stakeholders.
Support SIOP and demand planning processes through supply analysis and capacity visibility.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and supply chain resilience.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Operations, Planning, Sales, and Finance to ensure alignment between procurement activities and business needs.
Support team members, including other buyers and specialists, and other internal stakeholders with issue resolution, pricing discrepancies, and supply challenges.
Participate in strategic projects and initiatives as assigned.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
3–5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles.
Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.
Professional certification (e.g., SCMP) is considered an asset.

Core Competencies

Strong commercial and analytical skills with a focus on cost optimization.
Solid understanding of procurement processes, supplier performance metrics, and cost drivers.
Proficiency in ERP systems (D365 preferred) and Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel.
Effective negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.

Work Environment

This position is a Hybrid role and will require between 2-3 days in office at our Heath, OH facility.
Primarily office-based with regular collaboration across operations and plant teams.
Standard business hours with flexibility based on workload and business needs.
Occasional travel (up to 20%) for supplier visits and cross-site support.
PPE required to be worn when working in plant environments.
Physical Requirements: Given this support based role, incumbent will be required to enter company manufacturing environments and supplier locations. Must be able to lift push pull up to 25 lbs.

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At Samuel Packaging Systems Group, we are committed to providing our customers with innovative, high quality, cost-effective packaging systems, supplies and solutions. Our technical expertise takes customers’ packaging and unitizing requirements from the initial concept to advanced CAD engineering through to fabrication, installation and maintenance. Our comprehensive in-house research and engineering capabilities, modern manufacturing plants and responsive customer service teams provides customers complete packaging and unitizing solutions.

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change – within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you’re seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We’re stronger together.

At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.

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