Buyer

Buyer
American Products | Strafford, MO
American Products is seeking a Buyer to support our manufacturing operations through effective sourcing and purchasing of materials and services. This role partners closely with operations and suppliers to ensure quality, cost control, and on-time delivery.
What You’ll Do

Create and manage purchase orders to support production needs
Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers
Analyze pricing, proposals, and supplier data to ensure competitive costs
Track purchases, inventory levels, deliveries, and supplier performance
Support cost‑saving initiatives while maintaining quality standards
Collaborate with production, operations, and finance teams
Resolve vendor-related delivery, quality, or service issues

What You Bring

High School Diploma preferred
2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in manufacturing
Experience buying raw materials or production supplies preferred
2+ years of ERP experience (Syteline a plus)
Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Detail-oriented, analytical, and solutions-focused mindset

Additional Details

Minimal travel required
Safety-sensitive position
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
Steel-toe boots and safety glasses required in applicable areas
No direct reports

American Products offers a collaborative, fast-paced environment where teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement are valued.