Indirect Buyer

Compensation: $65,000 – $80,000 annually

Location: Russell Springs, KY (Onsite – Relocation Assistance Offered)

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: PTO, Competitive Benefits Package, Paid Holidays

About the Indirect Buyer

Reliance One is seeking a skilled and motivated Indirect Buyer to join our client in Russell Springs, KY. This is a great opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. As an Indirect Buyer, you will play a key role in building strategic supplier relationships, driving cost improvements, and supporting operational efficiency.

If you have a background in automotive manufacturing and plastic injection molding, and you’re looking for a career move with relocation assistance available, this Indirect Buyer position may be the perfect fit for you.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, bid evaluations, and order processing.
• Select and develop high-quality suppliers to build long-term strategic partnerships and streamline the supplier base.
• Follow established procurement processes while identifying opportunities to optimize costs and strengthen the supply base.
• Explore synergies within assigned commodities and across other companies where applicable.
• Develop purchasing strategies in collaboration with internal departments.
• Lead negotiations on supplier contracts, agreements, and terms.
• Assess and mitigate supplier risks to ensure operational continuity.
• Prepare, review, and finalize necessary contract documentation.
• Award contracts in alignment with corporate policies and procedures.
• Perform data mining and ad hoc analysis to support supplier strategy development.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen supplier relationships.
• Address and resolve escalated supplier complaints.
• Initiate and oversee supplier development measures and performance monitoring.
• Drive savings initiatives and lead continuous improvement programs to meet purchasing objectives.
• Lead internal and external meetings to gather information, track project progress, and support cost improvement and plant efficiency initiatives.
• Deliver purchasing goals for assigned material groups within defined budget and project parameters.
• Ensure compliance with quality process instructions and procurement standards to maximize organizational benefit.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar supply chain management role.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in plastic injection molding.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, materials management, and logistics.
• Hands-on experience with RFQ, RAS, PRs, and PO management.
• Proficiency with MRP systems; SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent negotiation skills with a focus on achieving competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Strong data analysis skills to support informed decision-making.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with e-commerce platforms a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Reliance One, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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