Job Description
Job Description
Sterling Engineering is seeking an experienced Buyer to support purchasing and procurement operations for a manufacturing company in Oklahoma City, OK. This position will focus on sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and components to support production.
Location: Oklahoma City, OK 73112
Employment Type: Contract to Hire
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and purchase raw materials, components, equipment, and supplies.
- Negotiate supplier pricing, contracts, and delivery terms.
- Create, process, and track purchase orders.
- Maintain strong vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance.
- Partner with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Logistics to support manufacturing requirements.
- Manage inventory levels to prevent shortages and excess stock.
- Resolve supplier issues involving delivery, quality, and pricing.
- Identify cost savings opportunities and purchasing process improvements.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records using ERP systems.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
- Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
- Experience purchasing metals, plastics, or mechanical components is a strong plus.
- Strong vendor negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Experience working with ERP and purchasing systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holiday