Buyer 1

The Marwin Company•West Columbia, SC

2d•$65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Marwin Company, a manufacturer of premium building products since 1947, is seeking a Buyer I to join their supply chain team. This role is crucial for managing daily inventory and material deliverables, working closely with other buyers and cross-functional teams in production, engineering, finance, and warehousing. The Buyer I will be responsible for supplier communication, issuing purchase orders, monitoring inventory and shortages, and ensuring timely material availability to meet production needs. Marwin values TRUST, Team-Oriented collaboration, Results-Driven performance, Unparalleled Service, Safety-Focused operations, and Transformational creativity.

Requirements

Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
1–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, materials coordination, or planning (internship or co-op experience acceptable).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data validation).
Familiarity with ERP systems (Ponderosa, NetSuite, or equivalent).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Highly detail-oriented, dependable, analytical, and able to prioritize multiple projects.
Basic understanding of material planning, forecasting, and inventory management principles.
Basic Negotiation skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
Working knowledge of purchasing principles, cost analysis, and supplier management.
Exposure to inventory control or planning methodologies (such as MRP or demand planning).

Responsibilities

Create, issue, and manage purchase orders for materials, components, and supplies.
Track open orders and confirm on-time delivery through the ERP system (Ponderosa / NetSuite).
Monitor open purchase orders and follow up on late deliveries.
Escalate supplier quality, delivery or service issues.
Maintain accurate supplier and part information in the system.
Update and track PO documentation to buyer or Manager.
Review material requirements and reorder points to ensure continuous production flow.
Monitor inventory levels and potential shortages, escalating issues as needed.
Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to align material needs with actual usage and demand.
Communicate proactively with suppliers to expedite or adjust deliveries.
Support material readiness for production schedule changes and product launches.
Help identify slow moving, excess, or obsolete inventory.
Maintain routine communication with suppliers.
Confirm order details, delivery commitments, and pricing accuracy.
Track supplier performance on key metrics such as on-time delivery and responsiveness.
Assist in maintaining supplier scorecards and documenting improvement opportunities.
Support logistics coordination to ensure timely material arrivals.
Assist with supplier onboarding.
Review inventory and usage data to maintain optimal stock levels.
Verify purchase prices, freight charges, and invoice accuracy.
Participate in cycle counts and assist in reconciling variances.
Collaborate with Finance and Supply Chain leadership on cost tracking and reporting.
Support cost and efficiency improvements through accurate data management and supplier collaboration.
Prepare and maintain open order reports, shortage summaries, and material tracking logs.
Generate daily or weekly procurement and inventory reports for leadership review.
Ensure purchasing documentation complies with company standards and policies.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance accuracy and efficiency in purchasing processes.
Prepare weekly status reports for commodities and critical materials.