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Bloomington, MN 55435

Job Category: Supply Chain Job ID: 56152034 Pay Rate: $31.44 / hour Jobs Office: South Metro

Job Description

Job Title: BuyerLocation: Bloomington, MNCompensation: $31.44 per hourSchedule: Core Business Hours | Monday - FridayJob Type: 1 year contract 
About the Opportunity
Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Buyer for a leading electronics manufacturing company in Bloomington, MN. In this role, you’ll support indirect materials procurement by working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure cost-effective, timely purchasing that keeps manufacturing operations running smoothly. If you enjoy analytical work, supplier negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration in a professional onsite environment, this could be a great fit for you.
What You'll Do as a Buyer:
  • Review and analyze purchase requisitions to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing, facilities, and engineering teams
  • Process RFQs, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and change requests
  • Maintain procurement system data integrity within ERP systems (SAP)
  • Perform cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities and services
  • Manage supplier performance related to cost, quality, and delivery
  • Escalate critical procurement or quality issues to appropriate stakeholders
What You Need to Bring to the Buyer role:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • Purchasing, procurement, or supplier management experience preferred
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers
  • Proficiency in SAP ERP and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Data analytics experience (Excel required; Power BI, Python, Alteryx, or Knime preferred)
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities 

Why You'll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions
Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable. As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to Apply?
Click "Apply Now" to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the Buyer II position, contact your local Doherty Staffing Solutions office at 952-832-3576.
Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.
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