Manufacturing Purchasing Specialist (Onsite)

ACTalent; Hopewell Junction (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract-to-hire opportunity

New York State sick time

Six paid holidays

Health benefits

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a seasoned Purchasing Specialist/ Buyer to support a growing manufacturing environment in Hopewell Junction, NY. This onsite role will procure materials, manage POs, optimize inventory, and drive cost-saving strategies while collaborating with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams.

You will build supplier relationships, evaluate performance, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience purchasing technical, engineered, or custom-manufactured components.
• Proven ability to negotiate pricing, supplier agreements, and delivery terms.
• Experience evaluating supplier performance and managing vendor relationships.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials, components, supplies, and services to support production schedules and operational needs.
• Generate and manage purchase orders while ensuring timely and accurate order placement.
• Monitor inventory levels and purchasing requirements to maintain material availability and minimize excess inventory.
• Expedite critical orders and proactively address material shortages.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Source, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to improve pricing, quality, delivery performance, and supply chain flexibility.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Collaborate with vendors to resolve delivery issues, quality concerns, and invoice discrepancies.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, terms, and contractual agreements.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and bids to ensure the best overall value for the organization.
• Analyze purchasing requirements, inventory levels, and demand forecasts.
• Support inventory optimization efforts while maintaining uninterrupted production.
• Assist in reducing supply chain risks through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Partner with Engineering and Quality teams regarding product specifications, supplier capabilities, and engineering changes.
• Work closely with Operations and Production Planning to align purchasing activities with manufacturing requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement processes and supply chain performance.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and procurement documentation.
• Perform data entry and order entry activities with a high level of accuracy.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage procurement activities and inventory transactions.
• Assist with invoicing follow-up, pricing updates, and purchasing-related administrative functions.

Skills

Purchasing & Procurement

ERP/MRP systems

Supplier Management

Negotiation

Inventory Control

Purchase Order Management

Microsoft Excel

Manufacturing Purchasing

Vendor Qualification

Education

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

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP Systems

Job description

Actalent is seeking a seasoned Purchasing Specialist/ Buyer to support a growing manufacturing environment in Hopewell Junction, NY. This onsite role will procure materials, manage POs, optimize inventory, and drive cost-saving strategies while collaborating with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams.

You will build supplier relationships, evaluate performance, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and timely deliveries.