Buyer I

Your Opportunity is Here with HSM • Hickory, NC

35d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1944, HSM is a third-generation, privately held company with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to its people. With 25 locations across the U.S. and corporate headquarters in Hickory, NC and Huntersville, NC, HSM specializes in manufacturing components for furniture, bedding, transportation, packaging, automotive, and healthcare industries. Their expertise also includes designing and building automated production machinery. HSM products touch everyday life in countless ways. At HSM, success is built on its people, fostering a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared success.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and experience may be considered
• Around 3 years of purchasing, material planning, or manufacturing support experience preferred
• Experience supporting a manufacturing environment is a plus
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems for purchasing, inventory, and material planning; JD Edwards experience preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including lookups, pivot tables, and basic data analysis
• Working knowledge of purchasing, inventory control, supplier scheduling, and material planning
• Ability to work with purchase documentation, specifications, bills of material, and basic engineering drawings

Nice To Haves

• APICS/ASCM, CPSM, CPIM, or similar certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders based on production schedules and customer requirements
• Monitor supplier confirmations, shipment status, and delivery performance
• Expedite orders and coordinate recovery plans when shortages or supplier delays threaten production
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while balancing production needs, supplier lead times, and inventory objectives
• Communicate material shortages and delivery risks to Planning and Operations
• Adjust purchase orders as production schedules and material requirements change
• Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, lead-time, and purchasing information within the ERP/MRP system
• Assist with receiving discrepancies, inventory variances, cycle counts, and purchase order issues

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including an innovative global healthcare option for qualified participants
• 401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one
• Competitive PTO: 104 hours of Vacation + company paid holidays
• On-Site Medical Clinics: Free for you and covered dependents
• Teladoc: 24/7 access with no copay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Career growth opportunities
• Discounts with HSM partners, including Dollywood Parks & Resort, Verizon Wireless, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree