Job Summary:

This senior-level Buyer in Material Control effectively plans, procures and manages raw material parts for company products. The main responsibilities are purchasing and negotiating best pricing for quality products in support of our customer and On-Time-Delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Identifies and qualifies new low-cost suppliers for quality raw materials

Reviews MRP and take action as required

Maintains purchase orders and other required documents to ensure compliance

Problem solves issues for accounting, receiving and quality

Manages supplier activity to ensure the timely release of purchase orders and timely arrival of materials in the plant

Ensures competitive pricing from the supplier base

Analyzes and adjusts as necessary purchasing activities that are affected by changes in raw material and equipment

Manages supplier relationships and performance to ensure performance targets are achieved

Participates in and assists lead with Continual Improvement initiatives

Purchases MRO requirements

Assists with Engineering Change Requests which apply to assigned commodities

Required Qualifications:

Must be a local candidate in Massachusetts

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related field

5-10+ years of procurement/purchasing experience

Must have 3+ years of SAP experience

Experience with direct materials sourcing

Proven track record of supplier negotiations and cost savings

Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma knowledge

Attention to detail, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of Inventory Control applications

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Problem-solving and risk mitigation mindset

Experience in global sourcing and international supply chains

Strong team collaboration and cross-functional communication

Self-motivated and disciplined with a strong desire to succeed, learn, and drive positive change

Compensation:

The pay range for this position is $95,000.00 - $115,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as physical work location within the state.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time and will not require sponsorship either now or in the future to obtain an employment visa.

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