Top 56 Purchaser Jobs in Kentwood, Mi

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ODL, Inc. —Zeeland, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
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Buyer
Andronaco Industries —Grand Rapids, MI
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Purchasing Specialist (Buyer)
Etna Shared Services —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Basic math
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
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Senior Manager, Indirect Procurement
Haworth, Inc. —Holland, MI
- Office
- Finance
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Purchasing Agent II - Panels
PLASCORE INC —Zeeland, MI
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Purchasing Agent I
PLASCORE INC —Zeeland, MI
- Monday to Friday
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Purchasing Agent
Pearson Foods Corporation —Grand Rapids, MI
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Strategic Buyer - Network
Eaton —Grand Rapids, MI
- $86,000 - $126,000 a year
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Retirement plan
Senior Intercompany Buyer
KION Group AG —Grand Rapids, MI
- $87,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
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Procurement Clerk
Roskam Baking Company —Kentwood, MI
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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The Kendall Group, Inc. —Wyoming, MI
- Full-time
- Sales
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
Supply Chain Analyst & Buyer (Hybrid)
Skytron LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
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Sr. Buyer
Magna International —Grand Rapids, MI
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Travel
- Contracts
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Kid-to-Kid Grandville —Wyoming, MI
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Merchandising
- Teaching
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Buyer/Planner
Market Lab Inc —Caledonia, MI
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
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Extol Inc —Zeeland, MI
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Procurement Solution Development Specialist
KION Group AG —Grand Rapids, MI
- $65,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Databases
- Business
4d
Senior Buyer
Transcendia, INC. —Grand Rapids, MI
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- ERP systems
- Analysis skills
5d
Sales & Procurement Associate
King Milling Company —Lowell, MI
- From $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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VEZA Manufacturing —Grand Rapids, MI
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Computer skills

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ODL, Inc. -
Zeeland, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
9 days ago

Qualifications

Automated procurement systems
Negotiating purchasing contracts
Manufacturing company experience
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Essential Job Functions

Develops and executes purchasing agreements across assigned commodity categories.
Resolves routine conflicts related to supplier delivery schedules, inventory, and pricing.
Purchases materials, supplies, and services by developing, soliciting, and analyzing supplier quotations. Coordinates with other departments to assure proper delivery, quality, reliability, and cost consistency. Documents and maintains necessary records and files.
Identifies and evaluates new suppliers within assigned categories. Establishes new suppliers and coordinates order maintenance with existing suppliers. Recommends suppliers with whom orders will be placed and maintains supplier relationships.
Drive process improvements and deliver greater automation through our indirect purchasing processes.
Lead/Co-lead cross functional project across several business units in an effort to deliver best in class solutions that can be implemented through multiple site locations across all ODL sites (predominately North America).
Contributes to continuous improvement activities, including supplier-performance programs. Tracks supplier performance metrics and works with suppliers to improve quality, delivery, cost, and support.
Works with necessary departments to reduce costs and improve efficiency of the purchasing function for assigned categories.
Supports the company's New Product Development (NPD) initiatives by coordinating required purchased materials and/or services with Engineering, Marketing, and other departments in a timely manner.
Monitors market trends and systems/technology relevant to assigned commodities. Shares findings and recommendations with the purchasing team.

Candidate Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience preferred.
One to five years of purchasing and/or materials experience, including exposure to manufacturing operations. Demonstrated ability to purchase materials, equipment, and services.
Demonstrated ability in written and verbal communication to effectively interface with internal and external contacts at all levels.
Good organizational skills; able to establish priorities, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency with purchasing/ERP tools and standard office software. General understanding of AI tools preferred.
Developing problem-solving and negotiation skills. Works independently on assignments of moderate complexity and scope; seeks guidance on non-routine or high-impact decisions.
Ability to travel occasionally (primarily domestic) less than 10% of the time.

Develops and executes purchasing agreements for assigned commodities, materials, and services across the company's operations. Scope extends beyond a single commodity area (e.g., MRO) to general procurement categories, with occasional domestic travel. Works under general supervision, escalating complex supplier or pricing issues to direct supervisor or within the department as needed.

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

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