Buyer

Flex•Columbia, SC

24d

About The Position

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Buyer located in Columbia, SC. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Buyer will be responsible to coordinate activities involved with procuring direct materials, components and equipment. What a typical day looks like: Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, delivery, and quality expectations, and conduct regular supplier performance reviews. Plan, place, reschedule, and cancel purchase orders based on production requirements, MRP output, shortage lists, and open PO reviews. Monitor inventory levels and material flow through the production cycle to ensure continuity of supply while preventing overstock and obsolescence. Track shipments and logistics, coordinate with freight forwarders and warehouses, resolve discrepancies, and handle claims, credits, and debits. Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and metrics; approve invoices, ensure data privacy compliance, and support audits and documentation needs. The experience we’re looking to add to our team: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field. 3 - 5 years of related experience preferably in the Power Distribution Industry. Working usage of Word, Excel and Power Point, English language knowledge, data entry, ten-key, spreadsheet (PC), ERP software. Ability to interpret and communicate business, technical, and regulatory information through clear written and verbal communication. Strong analytical and quantitative skills to perform mathematical analysis and solve problems involving multiple variables. Ability to follow written, verbal, and visual instructions using sound judgment and effectively present information to groups. #LI-EA1 EA42 SS26 AA01 CH12 MS14 CC11 EC37 PF38 JS21 NV60 FL75 What you'll receive for the great work you provide: Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans Life Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability Matching 401(k) Contributions Vacation and Paid Sick Time Tuition Reimbursement

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
3 - 5 years of related experience preferably in the Power Distribution Industry.
Working usage of Word, Excel and Power Point, English language knowledge, data entry, ten-key, spreadsheet (PC), ERP software.
Ability to interpret and communicate business, technical, and regulatory information through clear written and verbal communication.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills to perform mathematical analysis and solve problems involving multiple variables.
Ability to follow written, verbal, and visual instructions using sound judgment and effectively present information to groups.

Responsibilities

Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, delivery, and quality expectations, and conduct regular supplier performance reviews.
Plan, place, reschedule, and cancel purchase orders based on production requirements, MRP output, shortage lists, and open PO reviews.
Monitor inventory levels and material flow through the production cycle to ensure continuity of supply while preventing overstock and obsolescence.
Track shipments and logistics, coordinate with freight forwarders and warehouses, resolve discrepancies, and handle claims, credits, and debits.
Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and metrics; approve invoices, ensure data privacy compliance, and support audits and documentation needs.