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Purchasing Specialist

TalentSource, South Bend, Indiana, us, 46626

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Purchasing Specialist

Location: South Bend (onsite) Compensation: $55,000-60,000 + bonus + benefits!

Our client is seeking a

Purchasing Specialist

to support a growing manufacturing operation with

three production facilities . This role plays a critical part in ensuring materials are ordered, inventory is accurate, and vendors are aligned to keep production moving smoothly. If you enjoy building vendor relationships, negotiating pricing, and taking ownership of purchasing from start to finish, this could be a great fit.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase raw materials, components, and supplies to support

three manufacturing plants

Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors

Maintain accurate inventory levels, including

cycle counting and inventory reconciliation

Monitor open purchase orders and proactively follow up on

late or delayed POs

Communicate regularly with vendors by phone and email to resolve issues quickly

Work closely with operations, production, and accounting teams to support plant needs

Enter and manage purchase orders using

QuickBooks

Track purchasing data, pricing, and inventory using

Microsoft Excel

Use

Microsoft Outlook

for daily communication and coordination What We're Looking For

Experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management (manufacturing environment required)

Comfortable negotiating with vendors and building long-term relationships

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Proficient in

Excel, Outlook, and QuickBooks

Willing to

pick up the phone

and communicate directly with vendors

Team player who can adapt, pitch in, and support a small-company environment

Ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple locations

Headquartered in North Central Indiana and founded in 2009, TalentSource is a sole source recruiting firm offering an excellent team of subject matter experts in talent acquisition! We recruit generalists and provide professional job placement in various disciplines and industries, including temporary and perm placement, payroll, and specialty staffing solutions to various top-notch clients! TalentSource is committed to establishing long-term relationships with its clients and candidates. They aim to provide superior customer service through customized talent solutions, emphasizing Quality and continuous improvement. To learn more about TalentSource please visit us at www.talentsourcestaffing.com! TalentSource is an Equal Opportunity Recruiting Firm. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.