Purchasing Specialist

Dart Container•Mason, MI

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Purchasing Specialist Location: Mason, MISchedule: Hybrid (Tuesday-Thursday in office, Monday & Friday remote) Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional with experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, finance, or a related field? Do you enjoy building supplier relationships, managing purchasing activities, and supporting business operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We're seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our team and play a key role in supporting purchasing and procurement activities across the organization. In this role, you'll collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure materials and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and aligned with business needs. This position offers the opportunity to gain experience in procurement, supplier management, purchasing operations, contract administration, and SAP while supporting a dynamic manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to internal customers. This role provides exposure to both procurement and finance-related processes, making it a great fit for candidates interested in supply chain, purchasing, accounting, or business operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Interested in building a career in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain
Highly organized and detail-oriented
A strong communicator who enjoys working with others
Curious, proactive, and willing to dig into problems
Comfortable balancing multiple priorities
Motivated to learn and grow in a manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Supply Chain Management
Purchasing or Procurement
Finance
Accounting
Business Administration
Operations Management
Previous purchasing, buying, or procurement experience
SAP experience
Experience processing invoices or working with financial transactions
Manufacturing or warehouse experience

Responsibilities

Purchasing materials, supplies, services, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operating) items
Creating and managing purchase orders
Monitoring supplier performance, pricing, quality, and delivery timelines
Working with vendors and internal stakeholders from request through delivery
Tracking orders and resolving discrepancies
Processing and reconciling invoices
Supporting vendor setup and maintenance
Managing warranty claims and returned products
Reconciling purchasing card transactions
Utilizing SAP and procurement systems to support purchasing decisions