Buyer

Waynesboro, PA
job summary:
A Buyer is needed for a company that produces electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings in the Waynesboro, PA area. This role is focused on managing the end-to-end procurement process from MRP analysis and PO placement in SAP to supplier development and inventory optimization to ensure uninterrupted production and cost efficiency.

location: Waynesboro, Pennsylvania
job type: Contract
salary: $24 - 32 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage suppliers and intercompany feeder plants to ensure consistent material supply.

  • Execute cost-saving projects and manage inventory levels to reduce excess and obsolete stock.

  • Analyze MRP demand to replenish stocks and place purchase orders (PO/STO) in a timely manner.

  • Coordinate with suppliers to secure firm delivery dates and ETAs to minimize stock-out risks.

  • Maintain data accuracy within the SAP ERP system, including receipts and invoice discrepancy resolution.

  • Attend daily production meetings and communicate material shortages or risks to planning and production teams.

  • Process exception messages and monitor open purchase order lines to prevent past-due deliveries.

  • Escalate procurement issues through official channels like JIRA and perform Line of Balance (LOB) analysis.

  • Provide monthly forecasts to vendors and monitor their performance regarding on-time delivery.

  • Support engineering changes, ISO requirements, and quality escalations related to purchased items.
Skills:

  • Experience working with Purchasing, Planning and Production areas.

  • MRP (materials requirement planning).

  • Knowledge of SAP (preferably).

  • Experience in a manufacturing planning program and production sequences.

  • strong decision-making Communication, analytical and negotiation skills.

  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree or

  • 3 years of experience in purchasing/planning role.
qualifications:

  • Experience level: Experienced
  • Education: Bachelors

skills:
  • SAP
  • Logistics
  • Purchasing / Procurement


    Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

    At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].


    Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


    This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

    Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.

Posted 2026-02-12

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