Packaging Buyer

Packaging Buyer
Troy, MI | Contract | $46-50hr. |Great Culture and Opportunity to apart of something Great!

Please note Work Authorization Requirement:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

QUALIFICATIONS
• 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in automotive or manufacturing
• Direct experience sourcing expendable packaging (corrugate, foam, dunnage, custom packaging, etc.)
• Strong RFQ management and supplier negotiation skills
• Familiarity with cost analysis, should-cost modeling, and VA/VE methodologies
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, startup environment with ambiguity and urgency
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred

WHAT WE OFFER
• Competitive contract compensation commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to be part of building something from the ground up at a high-visibility EV startup
• Strong potential for conversion to a full-time role based on performance and business need
• Collaborative, lean team environment where your contributions are visible and valued

Zing Recruiting, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Zing’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority. Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
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