Buyer/Procurement Specialist

Ultimate Staffing; Leominster (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist/Buyer for a long-term temp assignment in Leominster, MA. You will manage PO specs, supplier data, and quotes within a new ERP system to ensure accurate data migration.

The role requires experience in procurement and vendor management, strong Excel skills, and ability to collaborate with QA and warehouse teams. Drug screen and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain or Vendor Management.
• Strong PO structures and specification documentation.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics).
• Excellent communication across departments (QA, Warehouse).
• Proficient in Excel and standard procurement software tools.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Review and update existing Purchase Order specifications within the new ERP system to reflect current requirements and product standards.
• Audit and clean supplier master data, verifying accuracy of contact information, tax IDs, payment terms, and compliance records.
• Collaborate closely with the Quality Assurance team to communicate with suppliers about changes to product or material specifications before data migration.
• Solicit and gather updated quotes from suppliers for key materials and goods for the new ERP system.
• Cross-reference supplier and PO data against the new ERP format to identify gaps or errors before final migration.
• Maintain clear records of all specification changes, supplier communications, and quote solicitations for audit and project sign-off.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Data integrity

ERP systems

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM. The company observes a holiday break during Christmas week and New Year's week.

Compensation

Salary: $29 - $32 per hour

Position Overview

Ultimate Staffing Services is actively seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Procurement Specialist/Buyer to join their client's team at a semiconductor manufacturing company in Leominster, MA. This is a long-term temporary position with an immediate start date. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing various procurement tasks and ensuring seamless operations within the new ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Review and update existing Purchase Order specifications within the new ERP system to ensure they reflect current requirements and product standards.


• Audit and clean supplier master data, verifying accuracy of contact information, tax IDs, payment terms, and compliance records.


• Collaborate closely with the Quality Assurance team to communicate with suppliers regarding necessary changes to product or material specifications, ensuring all parties are aligned before data migration.


• Solicit and gather updated quotes from preferred and alternate suppliers for key materials and goods, ensuring competitive pricing is captured in the new ERP system.


• Cross-reference supplier and PO data against the new ERP format to identify gaps or errors before final migration.


• Maintain clear records of all specification changes, supplier communications, and quote solicitations for audit and project sign-off.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Vendor Management.


• Strong understanding of Purchase Order (PO) structures and specification documentation.


• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) preferred.


• Familiarity with supplier data management and quote comparison processes.


• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments (especially Quality and Warehouse).


• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple data sources simultaneously.


• Proficiency in Excel and standard procurement software tools.


• Background check and drug screen required.


• High School Diploma or GED.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.