Purchasing Analyst

Actalent; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Purchasing & Quoting Analyst in Manchester, CT to support aerospace manufacturing procurement. You will source suppliers, issue RFQs, evaluate quotes, and manage purchase orders in ERP/MRP.

The role emphasizes supplier relationship management, cost reduction, and ensuring timely material availability to meet production schedules. The position requires 3+ years in purchasing or sourcing within manufacturing, strong Excel and communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 3+ years in purchasing, procurement, or sourcing in a manufacturing environment.
• Issuing RFQs, evaluating supplier quotes, and managing purchase orders.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and procurement processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and the MS Office suite.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute supplier sourcing and quoting activities to support production needs.
• Create, process and manage purchase orders in ERP/MRP system.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and monitor performance.
• Identify cost reduction and strategic sourcing opportunities.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Negotiation

Communication

Excel

Tools

ERP/MRP

Job description

Hiring for a Purchasing & Quoting Analyst in Manchester!Position Summary

The Purchasing & Quoting Analyst is responsible for managing procurement and supplier sourcing activities that support aerospace manufacturing operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the timely acquisition of raw materials, components, and services needed to meet production schedules and customer commitments.

Key ResponsibilitiesSupplier Sourcing & Quoting

• Issue Requests for Quote (RFQs) to suppliers for materials, components, and services.

• Analyze supplier quotations and evaluate proposals based on price, lead time, quality, capacity, and overall value.

• Identify and qualify new suppliers to support business requirements and mitigate supply chain risk.

• Support cost reduction and strategic sourcing initiatives.

Purchasing & Procurement

• Create, process, and manage purchase orders in the ERP/MRP system.

• Ensure purchase orders are accurate and align with production and inventory requirements.

• Monitor open purchase orders and maintain accurate purchasing records.

• Coordinate purchase order changes, revisions, and cancellations as needed.

Supplier Management

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers.

• Track supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and compliance.

• Resolve supplier-related issues including delivery delays, quality concerns, and documentation discrepancies.

• Escalate critical supplier performance issues and support corrective action efforts.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience issuing RFQs, evaluating supplier quotes, and managing purchase orders.

• Knowledge of ERP and/or MRP systems.

• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and inventory planning.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace, aviation, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing industry experience.

• Experience supporting precision manufacturing or metal fabrication operations.

• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO quality standards, or aerospace supplier requirements.

• Experience with supplier performance management and expediting activities.

Work Environment

This position operates within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment and requires frequent interaction with suppliers, production personnel, engineering teams, and quality departments to ensure materials are available when needed and procurement processes are executed efficiently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Manchester, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Health & Wellness Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial & Retirement 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Time Off & Work‑Life Balance Paid time off (PTO) Paid holidays First‑shift, on‑site schedule
• Stable, long‑term manufacturing programs (no project‑to‑project churn)
• Career Growth & Development Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Company‑paid training where applicable
• Opportunities for advancement within engineering and manufacturing leadership tracks
• Work Environment Safety‑focused manufacturing culture
• Team‑oriented, collaborative environment
• Direct impact on aerospace and defense programs with meaningful work outcomes
• Benefits offerings may vary based on role, eligibility, and employment status.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manchester,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.