CMC · 2 days ago
Purchasing Buyer
Knoxville Mill
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expCMC is a Fortune 500 company specializing in construction reinforcement and steel products. They are seeking a Purchasing Buyer to manage purchase requisitions, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
AgricultureConstructionIndustrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingRecyclingRetailTransportation
Responsibilities
Verifies purchase requisitions by confirming specifications to understand internal customer requirements
Evaluates and negotiates with suppliers based on their product quality, cost, delivery times, payment terms and customer service in collaboration with the Category Management function
Prepares purchase orders to suppliers; monitors and expedites orders, as needed
Post order management including but not limited to monitoring and resolving blocked invoices, reviewing and following up with suppliers on purchase orders past or upcoming delivery dates
Contributes to Supply Chain success metrics
Ensures adherence to company policies, purchasing procedures and relevant regulations
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
Qualification
Required
2+ years purchasing experience
Knowledge of purchasing, sourcing and the source to pay process in an ERP environment
Demonstrates knowledge of basic negotiations
Demonstrates strong initiative and commitment to accomplishing work and achieving results
Offers new ideas and creative suggestions for continuous improvement
Attention to detail and accuracy
Identifies and evaluates issues; makes accurate and timely decisions
Professional-level communication required (verbal, written, listening)
Intermediate Technology Skills (SAP, E-Procurement, PowerBI, Microsoft Office)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
ISM or ASCM Certifications
Benefits
Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
$500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training and Advancement Opportunities
Company
CMC
CMC is a steel and metal products company that recycles scrap metal, manufactures steel, and fabricates construction materials.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$902MKey Investors
West Virginia Economic Development AuthorityMaricopa County Industrial Development Authority
2025-11-13Post Ipo Debt· $2M
2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2022-02-01Post Ipo Debt· $150M
Leadership Team
Peter Matt
President and Chief Executive Officer
David Miller
Co-Founder - Program Manager
Recent News
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