Buyer

Pexco Careers•Asheboro, NC

About The Position

Key Responsibilities: Procurement Strategy & Execution Respond to customer and production demand and place purchase orders needed to meet production forecasts and inventory targets. Monitor market trends, resin pricing, and supply availability to optimize purchasing decisions. Report price changes and maintain costs in the company ERP system. Supplier Management Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers. Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers to ensure consistent quality, delivery, and service. Maintain Vendor Lists and Contact Information Inventory & Logistics Coordination Collaborate with planning and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and optimal inventory levels. Lead Monthly Inventory Counts for Raw Materials Track shipments and resolve supply chain disruptions or delays. Report status of deliveries and changes that could impact production Compliance & Documentation Ensure all purchases comply with company policies, industry regulations, and sustainability goals. Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier performance. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to align resin specifications with product requirements. Support cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. May be required to assist in any area of the business where Resin and Supplies are present with intent to service the business or customer.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in resin or raw material procurement, preferably in plastics or manufacturing.
Strong analytical, and communication skills.
Proficiency in ERP systems and/or Microsoft Office
Basic Awareness of resin types (e.g., PE, PP, PVC, ABS, etc.) and their applications is highly desirable.
At a minimum the candidate should have experience in a highly demanding production environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with global sourcing and commodity risk management.
Familiarity with sustainability and recycling initiatives in plastics.
Ability to interpret technical specifications and collaborate with engineering teams.
Will train the right individual with proven work history and an understanding of Pexco production needs.

Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Execution
Respond to customer and production demand and place purchase orders needed to meet production forecasts and inventory targets.
Monitor market trends, resin pricing, and supply availability to optimize purchasing decisions.
Report price changes and maintain costs in the company ERP system.
Supplier Management
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers.
Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers to ensure consistent quality, delivery, and service.
Maintain Vendor Lists and Contact Information
Inventory & Logistics Coordination
Collaborate with planning and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and optimal inventory levels.
Lead Monthly Inventory Counts for Raw Materials
Track shipments and resolve supply chain disruptions or delays.
Report status of deliveries and changes that could impact production
Compliance & Documentation
Ensure all purchases comply with company policies, industry regulations, and sustainability goals.
Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier performance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams to align resin specifications with product requirements.
Support cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
May be required to assist in any area of the business where Resin and Supplies are present with intent to service the business or customer.