Posted August 20, 2026
Buyer
Robert Half
Moncks Corner, SC, US
Full Time
21.85USD - 25.3USD per hour
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Buyer to support spare parts purchasing for service and aftermarket operations in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. This contract position with potential for permanency focuses on turning approved demand into accurate purchase orders, coordinating with internal teams and suppliers, and helping maintain part availability in a fast-paced service environment. The role is suited for someone who can balance urgency, supplier follow-up, and process discipline while supporting strong customer service outcomes.
Responsibilities:
• Process approved purchasing needs into purchase orders and oversee orders through release and confirmation.
• Handle procurement for service-related and other non-production materials while following established purchasing controls.
• Work closely with customer service, logistics, and planning teams to address urgent parts needs and reduce the impact of shortages.
• Coordinate with sourcing partners and suppliers to manage lead times, supply constraints, and cost discrepancies.
• Expedite, defer, or adjust open orders when business needs change and provide timely status updates to affected stakeholders.
• Resolve purchasing exceptions such as emergency buys by following defined approval and compliance procedures.
• Support invoice and purchase order alignment by investigating mismatches and clarifying discrepancies with vendors and internal teams.
• Track supplier performance and maintain accurate procurement records, including material and purchasing data in company systems.
• Travel occasionally, including local and international trips, based on business requirements.• At least 2 years of experience in buying, materials control, procurement, or a related supply chain function.
• Background in supply chain, logistics, procurement, or materials management through formal training or equivalent practical experience.
• Working knowledge of SAP or a comparable ERP system used for purchasing and materials transactions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Experience supporting aftermarket, spare parts, or service-focused operations is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of supplier coordination, purchase orders, contracts, and delivery management.
• Familiarity with off-highway equipment, truck parts, or import purchasing processes is a plus.
Responsibilities:
• Process approved purchasing needs into purchase orders and oversee orders through release and confirmation.
• Handle procurement for service-related and other non-production materials while following established purchasing controls.
• Work closely with customer service, logistics, and planning teams to address urgent parts needs and reduce the impact of shortages.
• Coordinate with sourcing partners and suppliers to manage lead times, supply constraints, and cost discrepancies.
• Expedite, defer, or adjust open orders when business needs change and provide timely status updates to affected stakeholders.
• Resolve purchasing exceptions such as emergency buys by following defined approval and compliance procedures.
• Support invoice and purchase order alignment by investigating mismatches and clarifying discrepancies with vendors and internal teams.
• Track supplier performance and maintain accurate procurement records, including material and purchasing data in company systems.
• Travel occasionally, including local and international trips, based on business requirements.• At least 2 years of experience in buying, materials control, procurement, or a related supply chain function.
• Background in supply chain, logistics, procurement, or materials management through formal training or equivalent practical experience.
• Working knowledge of SAP or a comparable ERP system used for purchasing and materials transactions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Experience supporting aftermarket, spare parts, or service-focused operations is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of supplier coordination, purchase orders, contracts, and delivery management.
• Familiarity with off-highway equipment, truck parts, or import purchasing processes is a plus.
