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Buyer
Planet Group
Location : Detroit,MI
Job Type : Contractor
Salary : $39-42/hour
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
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660 Plaza Drive Detroit , MI 48226 US
Buyer660 Plaza Drive Detroit , MI 48226 US
Posted: 11/10/2025 2025-11-10 2025-12-20 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Procurement/Supply Chain Job Number: 640881 Is job remote?: No
Job DescriptionBuyer
Location: Detroit, MI
Contract: 2 months
Schedule:3 days Onsite
Pay: $39-42/hour, DOE
Buyer Qualifications:Buyer Preferred Qualifications:Buyer Responsibilities:
Buyer
Location: Detroit, MI
Contract: 2 months
Schedule:3 days Onsite
Pay: $39-42/hour, DOE
Buyer Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum 3 years of experience in supply chain management
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft applications (i.e: Excel, PowerPoint, & Word)
- Demonstrates an ability to manage multimillion dollar contracts, consistent positive business unit and warehouse feedback, little rework, meeting deadlines, taking on additional work, working independently on routine tasks, and effectively prioritizing tasks to meet business needs and deadlines
- Strong negotiation skills and contract writing, evident through successfully and independently negotiating less complex contracts, including the terms and conditions, building relationships with our business unit partners and vendors, independently completing purchase agreements, crafting service agreements, and reviewing peers' contracts for compliance with requirements
- Demonstrates an understanding of risk management, value analysis and proper decision making through ensuring terms and conditions are complete and accurate, appropriately analyzing tradeoffs, consequences and liabilities of actions, knowing when to escalate issues to leadership or experts, and independently making good decisions in routine situations
- Demonstrates a basic understanding of business needs and the organization as a whole, as demonstrated by participation in business unit meetings, placing orders within requisition and funding requirements, and exhibiting general knowledge of the current market.
- Demonstrated application of continuous improvement tools, systems and processes
- Demonstrates an understanding of procurement for solar materials and working directly with EPC contractors
Buyer Preferred Qualifications:
- · Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Economics
- · Prior procurement experience in Solar / Renewable Energy components
- · Yellow/Green/Black belt certification
Buyer Responsibilities:
- Leads company procurement processes to ensure quality, cost effectiveness, and delivery from Company's supplier business partners
- Represents the company in supplier relationships which include negotiations, commercial terms and conditions, and contract administration where deemed appropriate by leadership
- Maximizes assets and specific inventory investments to balance business unit needs with total cost management
- Provide support with reviewing and analyzing inventory levels
- Provides mentoring and direction to procurement staff to implement buying plans and achieve goals
- Provides day-to-day procurement operations to meet our business unit partners' requirements; prepares recommendations and secures necessary approvals; maintains intimate knowledge of contracts; issues change orders
- Supports strategies and establishes contracts as defined by respective Strategic Category Managers and cross functional teams
- Responsible for writing contracts and negotiates terms and conditions, as appropriate
- Evaluates total cost of ownership, not just acquisition costs, and trains users as necessary
- Interfaces with contract administrator, Legal and/or Risk Management to assure compliance with terms and conditions, as specified in contracts
- Responds to emergency and urgent orders; performs expediting functions, as needed
- Works with BU/Suppliers/AP to facilitate invoice resolution and dispute resolution
- Support goals and measurements; and understands and complies with all corporate policies and procedures
- Understands and supports the SPM processes and goals
Please take a moment to verify your personal information and resume are up-to-date before you apply.
Freqently Asked Questions
Detroit's procurement sector, particularly contract Buyer positions, is moderately competitive due to the city's growing industrial base. Candidates with supply chain expertise and renewable energy procurement experience tend to stand out, making it crucial to highlight specialized skills when targeting roles like those at Planet Group.
Certifications such as Six Sigma Yellow, Green, or Black Belts are highly regarded in Detroit's procurement circles. These credentials demonstrate process improvement expertise, which aligns well with local companies like Planet Group seeking Buyers with continuous improvement capabilities.
Strong negotiation skills, contract management, and a deep understanding of supply chain logistics are vital. Additionally, proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to work onsite part-time, as in Planet Group’s contract Buyer role, will enhance your effectiveness and appeal.
Absolutely, Planet Group’s Buyer role involves procurement for solar materials and collaboration with EPC contractors, offering unique exposure to renewable energy supply chains. This experience can significantly enhance your expertise in sustainable procurement strategies.
You'll manage procurement processes, negotiate supplier contracts, analyze inventory levels, and support procurement staff. The role demands balancing cost-effectiveness with quality, ensuring timely delivery, and staying compliant with contract terms—all within a hybrid onsite schedule.
Unlike retail Buyers focusing on consumer goods, this position emphasizes strategic procurement in supply chain management, including negotiating multimillion-dollar contracts and sourcing solar components, which requires technical knowledge and risk assessment abilities.
The Buyer contract position at Planet Group offers $39-$42 per hour, depending on experience. This aligns well with Detroit’s market rates for procurement professionals with specialized skills, offering competitive compensation for short-term contracts.
Planet Group empowers Buyers to lead procurement negotiations, administer contracts, and maintain strong vendor partnerships. The company’s structured approach facilitates efficient supplier interactions, ensuring compliance and fostering collaborative business relationships.
Yes, the position offers mentorship opportunities and involvement in strategic procurement initiatives, which are ideal for building leadership skills and deepening supply chain expertise, paving the way for future advancement in the industry.
Being onsite three days a week allows Buyers to directly engage with internal teams and suppliers, facilitating quicker decision-making and stronger collaboration. This balance helps maintain operational efficiency critical in Detroit’s fast-paced procurement landscape.
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