Procurement | Supply Chain

Bushery Associates; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bushery Associates in Lynn, MA is seeking a Purchasing Manager for chemical manufacturing to lead procurement, sourcing, and strategic purchasing. You will partner with Production, Quality, R&D, and Finance to ensure uninterrupted material supply and optimal costs for a polyurethanes-focused operation.

The role requires strong negotiation, ERP/MRP proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. On-site position with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in business, supply chain, or related field.
• CPM certification preferred to demonstrate expertise in procurement and cost control.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills are required to manage supplier relations.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Excel for reporting and planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of raw materials, packaging, and supplies.
• Issue and track purchase orders and verify pricing and delivery terms.
• Monitor budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with production planning for inventory needs and scheduling.
• Maintain supplier relationships and conduct performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance documentation and quality certificates are obtained.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure uninterrupted materials flow.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Multi-tasking

ERP/MRP

Excel proficiency

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Independent work

Education

BS in Business or Supply Chain

CPM Certification (preferred)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

PURCHASING MANAGER – CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING

LYNN, MA LOCATION – POSITION IS BASED ON-SITE

Innovative designer/manufacturer of polyurethane polymers and compounded finishing materials with applications for a wide range of industries including automotive, biomedical, consumer electronics, digital ink jet, film conversion, industrial coatings, leather and textile finishing has this immediate need!

OVERVIEW

Manager is responsible for planning, sourcing, purchasing, and managing all materials, supplies, equipment, and services required to support Company operations. As the sole member of the Purchasing Department, Manager performs both strategic and day-to-day purchasing activities while working closely with Production, Shipping, Customer Service, Quality, R & D, Laboratory, Accounting, Sales, Maintenance, and Management to ensure uninterrupted operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Purchasing:

• Purchase all raw materials required for production
• Purchase packaging materials, labels, containers, and shipping supplies
• Purchase maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies
• Purchase office supplies, safety equipment, laboratory supplies, and miscellaneous company needs
• Issue and manage purchase orders
• Verify pricing, quantities, and delivery dates
• Monitor purchasing budgets and spending
• Expedite critical materials when necessary
• Source alternate suppliers when shortages occur
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, freight terms, and lead times
• Evaluate supplier performance regarding quality, delivery, and service
• Resolve supplier-related issues

Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels
• Establish reorder points and safety stock levels
• Coordinate with production planning regarding inventory requirements
• Assist with physical inventory counts
• Recommend inventory reduction strategies while maintaining adequate supply

Production Support:

• Ensure all required raw materials are available prior to manufacturing
• Coordinate emergency purchases for production interruptions
• Communicate shortages or delays to production management.

Receiving Coordination:

• Ensure timely receipt of purchased materials
• Coordinate returns of defective or incorrect materials
• Work with Shipping/Receiving personnel regarding storage requirements

Logistics & Transportation:

• Schedule carrier pickups when required
• Monitor transportation costs

Documentation & Recordkeeping:

• Maintain purchasing records
• Maintain supplier certifications and documentation
• Maintain purchase order files
• Ensure documentation complies with company quality procedures

Cost Control:

• Identify cost-saving opportunities
• Conduct annual price reviews
• Recommend alternate materials when appropriate
• Analyze purchasing trends
• Reduce freight expenses whenever possible
• Minimize inventory carrying costs

Quality Support:

• Assist Quality with supplier nonconformances
• Ensure purchased materials meet specifications
• Obtain Certificates of Analysis (COAs), Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), and other required documentation

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure purchased materials comply with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain supplier regulatory documentation.
• Support audits involving purchasing records.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies.

Cross-Department Communication - Work closely with:

• Production
• R & D
• Shipping/Receiving
• Quality Control
• Laboratory
• Maintenance
• Accounting
• Customer Service
• Executive Management

Administrative Duties:

• Maintain purchasing reports
• Update ERP/MRP purchasing information
• Monitor open purchase orders
• Prepare purchasing metrics and reports
• Participate in budget planning

Decision-Making Authority

The Purchasing Manager has the authority to:

• Negotiate pricing and purchasing terms
• Issue purchase orders within authorized spending limits
• Recommend supplier additions or removals
• Recommend inventory adjustments
• Prioritize purchases based on business needs

REQUIREMENTS

Performance Expectations:

• Ensure/Maintain uninterrupted supply of production materials
• Ensure purchasing cost reduction objectives are met
• Ensure/maintain accuracy of purchasing records
• Build strong supplier relationships
• Respond promptly to internal purchasing requests
• Demonstrate professionalism, initiative, and sound business judgment

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Understanding of inventory management and production planning
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ideally, a BS in Business, Supply Chain along with CPM Certification