Senior Buyer

CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCAL TO THE GNO AREASenior Buyer | Kenner, LA | Manufacturing | Direct HireMake an Impact Where It MattersOur client is a well-established manufacturing company in Kenner, LA looking for a seasoned Senior Buyer to take ownership of their procurement function. If you're a sharp negotiator who thrives on building strong vendor relationships, managing complex purchasing cycles, and driving cost efficiencies — this one's for you.What You'll DoAs Senior Buyer, you'll be at the center of the procurement operation, managing the full purchasing lifecycle from requisition to delivery. Day to day, you'll source and evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, prepare purchase orders and bid requests, and ensure goods and services are delivered on time and within budget. You'll also maintain detailed procurement records, monitor market trends, resolve vendor and quality issues, and identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes. On select projects, you may work directly with manufacturers on custom-designed materials and approve invoices for payment.Why This RoleThis is a great opportunity to step into a high-visibility role with a stable, respected manufacturer where your expertise will directly influence the bottom line. You'll have real autonomy, meaningful vendor relationships to manage, and the chance to make your mark on a growing procurement operation.What's In It For You$75,000–$85,000+, commensurate with experienceHealth, dental, vision & life insurance | 401(k) with match | Profit sharing | PTOWhat You Bring5–8 years of procurement or purchasing experience, ideally in a manufacturing environmentBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or a related field preferredExperience with Oracle or a comparable ERP system strongly preferredA procurement-related certification (CPP, CPM, CPSM) is a plusStrong negotiation skills, market awareness, and a detail-oriented mindsetWhy This Role?This is a great opportunity to step into a high-visibility role with a stable, respected manufacturer where your expertise will directly influence the bottom line. You'll have real autonomy, meaningful vendor relationships to manage, and the chance to make your mark on a growing procurement operation.If you are a seasoned procurement professional ready to make a difference on a high impact team, APPLY NOW!