Role OverviewWe are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our team in Gastonia, NC. The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating indirect procurement activities, supplier relationships, purchasing processes, and assigned improvement projects. This position supports METYX USA’s operational and financial objectives by identifying competitive sourcing opportunities, negotiating favorable terms, managing supplier performance, mitigating supply chain risks, and ensuring compliance with company policies and management system requirements.
What You Will Do
Conduct domestic and international supplier and market analysis across assigned indirect categories and identify alternative suppliers, products, and solutions. Manage and follow up on competitive bids and tenders for materials and services in accordance with Supply Chain procedures and established criteria. Monitor market conditions, pricing trends, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to identify opportunities and maintain a competitive purchasing position.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or related business experience in a manufacturing environment, with strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel are required. Experience with ERP systems, particularly Materials Management (MM) modules, is a plus.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Purchasing, Business Administration, or a related field
- 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or related business experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with indirect procurement and supplier management
- Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience working with ERP systems, particularly Materials Management (MM) modules
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
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