Junior Buyer
Creative Financial Staffing
Columbus, OH · Posted November 7, 2026
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About the job
Junior Buyer
Our client, a growing manufacturer in the Columbus area, is seeking a Junior Buyer to support purchasing activity, supplier communication, inventory availability, and accurate ERP purchasing records. Salary is $41-48k
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Established manufacturing organization supporting production-driven operations
Collaborative environment partnering with purchasing, production, quality, engineering, and accounting teams
Fast-paced setting where organization and follow-through directly support on-time delivery
Opportunity to build hands-on purchasing and supply chain experience as the Junior Buyer
Role offers exposure to suppliers, quoting, inventory planning, and ERP data management
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JUNIOR BUYER:
The Junior Buyer will convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders and monitor supplier confirmations and deliveries
The Junior Buyer will follow up on past-due orders, obtain supplier quotations, and assist with price comparisons and negotiations
Maintain supplier, material, and purchasing information within the ERP system and assist with new supplier setup
Support purchasing metrics, resolve supply issues, and complete additional purchasing or administrative duties as assigned
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JUNIOR BUYER:
Ability to manage multiple priorities and identify purchasing discrepancies in a manufacturing environment
1+ years of purchasing, procurement, materials, supply chain, or related experience is a plus
ERP or MRP experience, including SAP or Plex, is a plus
Salary is $41-48k
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