Buyer

Randstad USA; Bloomfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA in Bloomfield, CT is seeking a procurement professional for a 1-year contract with hybrid work options. You will join a global manufacturing leader to ensure critical materials and services arrive on time, supporting North American production and new product launches.

The role focuses on end-to-end PO management, supplier communications, and collaboration with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Warehouse teams to prevent bottlenecks and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience executing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and coordinating with suppliers in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills for tracking open orders, lead times, and inventory data.
• Calm, proactive communication skills to negotiate delivery schedules, expedite urgent shortages, and align internal stakeholders.
• High attention to detail when managing order acknowledgements, pricing accuracy, and compliance documentation.
• Adaptability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional operations environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end purchase order lifecycle, managing acknowledgements, schedule changes, and order modifications to match shifting demand.
• Track supplier delivery performance and expedite critical parts to prevent material shortages before they disrupt operations.
• Serve as the primary day‑to‑day contact for assigned suppliers, driving accountability around quality, lead times, and compliance.
• Partner with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Warehouse teams to resolve receiving discrepancies, invoice issues, and supply risks.
• Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and supplier transitions while maintaining clean, accurate procurement records.

Skills

Purchase orders

ERP/MRP

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Ready to take ownership of critical supply chains for a Fortune 500 manufacturing leader while keeping a true hybrid schedule? Step into a high-impact procurement role in Bloomfield, CT where your decisions keep North American production and field operations running smoothly.

ROLE OVERVIEW

In this 1-year contract engagement (with potential to extend), you will join the supply chain organization of a globally recognized Fortune 500 leader in building mobility and industrial equipment manufacturing. Working a hybrid schedule—three days onsite in Bloomfield, CT and two days remote, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST—you will ensure critical materials, components, and services arrive on time to support ongoing operations and new product launches. This is hands‑on, visible procurement work where proactive problem‑solving directly prevents production bottlenecks.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own the end-to-end purchase order lifecycle, managing acknowledgements, schedule changes, and order modifications to match shifting demand.
• Track supplier delivery performance and expedite critical parts to prevent material shortages before they disrupt operations.
• Serve as the primary day‑to‑day contact for assigned suppliers, driving accountability around quality, lead times, and compliance.
• Partner with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Warehouse teams to resolve receiving discrepancies, invoice issues, and supply risks.
• Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and supplier transitions while maintaining clean, accurate procurement records.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Experience executing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and coordinating with suppliers in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills for tracking open orders, lead times, and inventory data.
• Calm, proactive communication skills to negotiate delivery schedules, expedite urgent shortages, and align internal stakeholders.
• High attention to detail when managing order acknowledgements, pricing accuracy, and compliance documentation.
• Adaptability to balance competing priorities in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional operations environment.

WHY THIS ROLE

• Build Fortune 500 supply chain experience on a full-year engagement with strong potential for extension as project demands grow.
• Gain exposure across engineering changes, new product introductions, and supplier performance management—ideal for accelerating an early‑to‑mid‑career procurement trajectory.
• Enjoy a predictable 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST schedule with two remote days each week for genuine work‑life balance.
• Collaborate with experienced manufacturing, quality, and logistics teams where your work has immediate, measurable impact.

COMPENSATION

This engagement offers a competitive hourly rate of $33/hour.