Buyer I

HighRes; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HighRes in Beverly, MA seeks a detail-oriented Buyer to join our manufacturing team. You will manage purchasing of raw materials, components, and production supplies, optimize inventory, and drive supplier performance using MRP/ERP data.

You will partner with Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Quality to resolve shortages, negotiate pricing, and develop reports and dashboards for procurement decisions. This role demands strong analytical skills and collaborative problem-solving in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of purchasing or buying experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP planning, inventory control, and production scheduling.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute purchasing activities to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Utilize MRP recommendations to maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess inventory.
• Issue purchase orders, monitor supplier acknowledgments, and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Analyze inventory trends, demand forecasts, and supplier performance using ERP data and reporting tools.
• Work closely with Production Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Quality to resolve material shortages and supply issues.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate supplier, item, pricing, and lead-time information within the ERP system.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics, including quality, delivery, and cost.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, procurement processes, and data accuracy.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and annual physical inventories as needed.
• Develop reports and dashboards to support purchasing and inventory decisions.

Skills

MRP planning

ERP systems

Inventory control

Production scheduling

Excel

Data analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Operations

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Power BI

Excel

Dynamics NAV/NAV

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchasing raw materials, components, and production supplies within a manufacturing environment. This individual must be highly analytical, comfortable working with MRP/ERP systems, and able to use data to drive purchasing decisions, inventory optimization, and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute purchasing activities to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Utilize MRP recommendations to maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess inventory.
• Issue purchase orders, monitor supplier acknowledgments, and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Analyze inventory trends, demand forecasts, and supplier performance using ERP data and reporting tools.
• Work closely with Production Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Quality to resolve material shortages and supply issues.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate supplier, item, pricing, and lead-time information within the ERP system.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics, including quality, delivery, and cost.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, procurement processes, and data accuracy.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and annual physical inventories as needed.
• Develop reports and dashboards to support purchasing and inventory decisions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of purchasing or buying experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP planning, inventory control, and production scheduling.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Dynamics AX, Business Central, or NAV.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP certification.
• Experience purchasing machined parts, fabricated components, electrical components, or industrial materials.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience creating purchasing metrics and KPI dashboards using Power BI or Excel.

Key Competencies

• MRP Planning
• ERP Systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred)
• Inventory Analysis
• Supplier Management
• Purchasing & Procurement
• Data Analysis
• Forecasting
• Production Planning Support
• Cost Management
• Attention to Detail