Job Description
Insight Global is looking for a Buyer to sit in Columbus, Ohio. Candidates will manage the purchasing lifecycle for fabricated and purchased components that support industrial equipment manufacturing. While handling requisitions, purchase orders, confirmations, and delivery tracking to ensure seamless procurement operations.
They will maintain accurate records of current purchasing activity and assist in forecasting future needs and provide timely responses to quotation acknowledgments and support both commercial and technical clarifications for RFQs. Candidates may obtain vendors through multiple channels—including cold calling—to build and maintain a robust supplier base. While working closely with internal teams on supply chain operations, cost analyses, and overall process improvement initiatives.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Monitor key KPIs such as on‑time delivery, supplier quality, cost reductions, and report performance insights.
-Prepare purchase orders, track fulfillment status, and troubleshoot issues to ensure timely delivery.
-Communicate effectively with team members, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support multiple ongoing projects.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Required Skills & Experience
-Basic understanding on ERP system (netsuite preferable)- what it is what it does, how to use it
-Somewhat understanding of drawings schematics/ CAD/ Solidworks
- Experience in the Manufacturing industry
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred
Familiar with engineered products (Dust Collectors, storage hoppers, blasting equipment) is a plus
Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite of products and NetSuite Enterprise software a plus
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.