Purchasing Agent/Buyer

Sportsman Boats Mfg.•Summerville, SC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Sportsman Boats & Phenom Yachts, every boat we build depends on having the right materials, at the right time, and at the right quality. As a Buyer, you’ll play an important role in keeping production moving by managing purchase orders, working with suppliers, monitoring inventory, and finding opportunities to improve cost and efficiency. You’ll own the purchasing process from placing the order through delivery and work closely with suppliers and internal teams to make sure our production schedule stays on track.

Requirements

Strong Microsoft Office skills
Mechanical aptitude
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Strong organization and time management skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail
The ability to adapt when priorities and production schedules change

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Engineering, or a related field
Experience with or knowledge of ERP systems
Experience in purchasing, supply chain, manufacturing, or a related environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Place purchase orders for production materials and components using our ERP system, email, phone, and supplier portals
Manage purchase orders from order confirmation through delivery
Work with suppliers to adjust delivery dates when production schedules change
Compare suppliers based on price, quality, and lead time
Look for opportunities to reduce costs
Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages and reduce excess or obsolete inventory
Source, quote, and order custom and non-standard parts
Maintain accurate purchasing records, including purchase orders, receipts, and supplier billing
Perform manual inventory counts and reconcile them with the ERP system
Support receiving, shipping, and local part pickups when needed
Help develop and improve lean purchasing processes and procedures
Work with others across the business to keep materials moving and production on schedule
Take on additional responsibilities as needed