• Buyer

    System One (St. Louis, MO)


    Buyer

     

    Pay: $25 per hour

     

    Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM (occasional weekends may be required)

     

    Job Type: 6 months; Contract to Hire

     

    Travel: Up to 10% project-related travel may be required

    About the Role

    We are seeking a motivated Buyer to join a high-performing team within a leading control panel integration and fabrication division. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring timely procurement of materials, cost efficiency, and smooth coordination with suppliers and internal project teams.

     

    This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career looking to gain hands-on experience in procurement, purchasing, and supplier coordination within a project-driven environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Provide material and freight cost estimates to support project planning

    + Monitor and fulfill purchase requests in a timely manner

    + Analyze supplier offers for best cost savings and delivery outcomes

    + Collaborate with suppliers and project teams to resolve issues

    + Maintain reporting on delivery commitments and outstanding items

    + Follow up with suppliers and teams to ensure timely resolution

    + Report supplier performance metrics to internal teams

    + Facilitate change orders through the purchasing system

    + Manage product returns and warranty exchanges

    + Work with Accounts Payable to resolve invoicing discrepancies

    + Ensure accurate and complete communication on order status and delivery

    + Accurately allocate time and costs to the appropriate project budget

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field (preferred)

    + 0–2 years of experience in a Buyer or Purchasing Agent role

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Word)

    + Experience using purchasing software or ERP systems

    + Strong negotiation skills for pricing, terms, and vendor agreements

    + Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

    + Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

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    Ref: #223-Eng Orlando

     

    System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

     

    System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.