Buyer

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.

Sourcing and purchasing goods and services by selecting products, negotiating prices with suppliers to meet company needs and internal customer demand. Key responsibilities include analyzing market trends, placing and monitoring purchase orders, and ensuring product quality and timely delivery. Buyers need strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills to manage costs and relationships effectively.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supplier relationships to secure the best quality, price, and delivery while ensuring all bids are fair, ethical, and lawful.
• Analyze spending and vendor performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and maintain high service standards.
• Process purchase orders, monitor delivery, and resolve discrepancies to ensure timely fulfillment.
• Ensure vendor compliance with contracts and timely payment processing.
• Collaborate with company personnel to confirm product requirements and specifications are met by vendors.

Job Qualifications

Education: 

• Bachelors Degree required

Required Experience:

• 3 years of procurement experience
• Experience managing service providers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, SAP, SAP MM & Ariba
• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information

Working Days:

Shift and hours to be determined.

Working Shift:

Shift and hours to be determined.

Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting.

Join the OD Family Today!

As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:

• Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Vision & Dental
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
• Training and growth opportunities to build a career
• We prioritize our OD family of employees
• Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
• National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).

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