Procurement/Supply Chain - Buyer (Mid Level)

Primary Talent Partners; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Mid-Level Procurement/Supply Chain Buyer to support procurement activities in Shrewsbury, MA. This contract position involves creating Purchase Orders, maintaining supplier relationships, and required skills include a BS/BA degree and SAP experience. The successful candidate will be skilled in communication and organization, with a proven ability to multitask and handle supplier negotiations effectively. Pay ranges from $33.00/hr to $38.00/hr.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of related supply chain experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in production planning.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Purchase Orders and Purchase REQs as required.
• Create new Material Master numbers and update project systems component lists in SAP.
• Negotiate supplier pricing based upon purchasing variables.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

BS/BA degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Procurement/Supply Chain - Buyer (Mid Level)

This range is provided by Primary Talent Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range: $33.00/hr - $38.00/hr

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Procurement/Supply Chain - Buyer (Mid Level) with a multinational science and technology company in Shrewsbury, MA. This is a 5‑month contract with a potential for extension.

Pay: $33.00 - $38.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA‑compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to support our company’s procurement activities. The Buyer’s role will be working closely with Project Managers and Engineers to source materials and equipment for new projects. Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions and resources. Essential duties include purchase material, ensure an efficient and effective process expedite orders, create material master numbers, maintain the material on SAP Projects and other purchasing‑related tasks.

This position will increase organizational capacity due to a general increase in Custom Engineering America.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Purchase Orders and Purchase REQs as required - 30%
• Create new Material Master numbers and update project systems component lists in SAP - 20%
• Reconcile receiving, quality and invoice issues - 15%
• Negotiate supplier pricing based upon purchasing variables such as frequency, quantities, capacity, etc. - 10%
• Other Purchasing functions as required -10%
• Establish and maintain effective supplier relationships - 5%
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain Cytiva preferred payment terms -5%
• Identify opportunities to e‑bid material on Pall exchange to achieve site VAVE goal - 5%

Qualifications / Experience

• BS/BA degree required
• SAP experience required
• Minimum 3‑5 years of related supply chain experience
• Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in production planning
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Must be organized and able to multitask

Position Competencies

• Proven competency with software tools such as Word, Excel and SAP
• SAP experience is preferred
• Well organized, capable of managing and prioritizing across projects with a thorough approach to workload management
• Able to build and maintain supplier relationships and complete tasks on time
• Ability to deal directly with suppliers in all situations while maintaining a professional and pleasant demeanor
• Able to support the production process
• Ability to communicate clearly with all levels of personnel within the organization
• Accounting skills and detailed understanding of business processes and business systems

Other Requirements

• Ability to operate in a project and production based organization with strict timelines, frequent priority changes

General Health and Safety

• To follow relevant legal requirements and the Company Health & Safety Policy
• To keep your work area tidy and free from hazards
• Report and address any safety defects

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affidative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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