Buyer

Company : Robert Half
Location : Foley, AL, 36535-3607
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : Retail
Occupation : Buyer
Job Details
About the Role
We are seeking a Buyer Associate to join our Supply Chain Management team supporting the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Foley, AL. This role is integral in ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery of materials and services in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. The Buyer Associate will handle purchase order management, supplier engagement, and delivery assurance activities, while also supporting strategic procurement projects.
Relocation assistance may be available.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end procurement cycle, from purchase requests to invoice payment.
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers.
- Assess supplier quotes and services to select the most suitable partners.
- Align supplier delivery schedules with facility requirements.
- Obtain and track delivery confirmations from suppliers.
- Monitor and report on supplier delivery and quality performance.
- Manage purchase order status updates, material needs, expedites, and change orders.
- Conduct supply market analysis to support sourcing strategies.
- Maintain clear and accurate documentation for parts and purchases.
- Create and present supplier metrics and performance reports to internal teams and leadership.
- Support strategic projects that align with facility and company goals.
- Domestic and international travel up to 10% may be required.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
- Must be a U.S. Citizen (per export compliance requirements).
- Beginner-level knowledge of supplier management and purchasing processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Experience working with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced ERP knowledge and procurement process expertise.
- Strong negotiation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a team-based, cross-functional environment.
- Self-directed, action-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with both internal stakeholders and suppliers.
- Knowledge of Continuous Improvement practices.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and within strict deadlines.
- Willingness to use PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.) as required.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
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