Buyer

Buyer Location: Urbana, OH (Onsite) 550 State Rte 55 PO Box 247
Urbana OH USA 43078
Company: BEPC Inc.
Category: Procurement
Labor Type: Business Professional
Contract Length: 11/17/2025 – 03/28/2026
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday
Pay Rate: $32.34 per hour (bill rate)
Hours: 40 hours/week; full-time Position SummaryBEPC Inc. is seeking a Buyer to support procurement operations at the client site in Urbana, OH. This role requires a motivated professional with strong negotiation skills, supplier management experience, and the ability to work onsite. After a 90-day review, the role may shift to hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days WFH).Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance; no relocation will be considered. Key Responsibilities

• Purchase and negotiate materials, equipment, and supplies from approved vendors.
• Evaluate vendor quotes to determine optimal suppliers based on cost, quality, and service.
• Follow established procurement processes and guidelines.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Work under direct supervision while contributing to procurement operations.
• Use procurement software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Submit timesheets via Time Workbench.

Required Qualifications (Top 3–5 Must-Haves)

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or buying.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of buying strategies, supplier relations, and cost control.
• Proficiency with procurement tools/software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.

Nice to Have

• SAP experience
• Planning experience
• Aerospace industry background
• JIT experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Interview Questions Required on ResumeCandidates must include responses to the following questions at the top of their resume:

• Describe a time you worked in a complex organization and how you found the right stakeholders to implement a change or complete a project.
• Provide an example of a new strategy you implemented to cut costs and/or increase profits.
• What metrics do you consider most important during supplier evaluations?
• Describe a time you worked hard to meet a tight deadline.
• Share the last time you received negative feedback and how you responded.
• How much experience do you have reviewing drawings and blueprints?
• How many suppliers have you managed at once and what was the commodity?
• Do you prefer contract roles, or is your goal direct hire?

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $32.34 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person