Senior Buyer

JMJ PHILLIP; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead strategic purchasing, supplier management, and procurement operations in Bedford, MA. You will source materials, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure timely, cost-effective supply chains in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities include evaluating suppliers, managing purchase orders, and driving cost improvements while maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Several years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, and negotiation practices.
• Proven ability to evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and service.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and purchasing or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with organizational requirements.
• Source materials, products, and services from qualified suppliers.
• Evaluate pricing, quality, delivery schedules, and supplier performance.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and address quality, cost, and delivery issues.
• Identify opportunities to diversify the supplier base.
• Support supplier evaluations and qualification activities.
• Manage purchase orders and ensure accurate, timely processing.
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve purchasing, inventory, and delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Analyze purchasing data and market conditions to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support initiatives to improve procurement efficiency and reduce costs.
• Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to support informed decisions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Skills

Sourcing

Purchasing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to support strategic procurement activities, supplier relationships, and purchasing operations. This role will help ensure the timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, products, and services while working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to meet business requirements.

Position Responsibilities

Strategic Purchasing

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with organizational requirements.
• Source materials, products, and services from qualified suppliers.
• Evaluate pricing, quality, delivery schedules, and overall supplier performance.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements to achieve favorable purchasing outcomes.

Supplier Management

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, cost, and delivery.
• Identify opportunities to develop and diversify the supplier base.
• Support supplier evaluations and qualification activities.

Procurement Operations

• Manage purchase orders and ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Monitor orders from placement through delivery to ensure requirements are met.
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve purchasing, inventory, and delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.

Cost & Process Improvement

• Analyze purchasing data and market conditions to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support initiatives designed to improve procurement efficiency and reduce overall costs.
• Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to support informed purchasing decisions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes and procedures.

Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Several years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, and negotiation practices.
• Proven ability to evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and service.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and purchasing or ERP systems.

Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM).
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
• Certified Purchasing Professional or similar procurement certification.

What the Role Offers

• Salary: $90,000–$110,000 per year.
• No bonus component.
• Opportunity to contribute to strategic purchasing and supplier management initiatives.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Opportunities to develop procurement, negotiation, and strategic sourcing expertise.
• A role with meaningful responsibility in supporting purchasing operations and business objectives.

Why Bedford?

Bedford offers a professional environment for procurement and supply chain specialists, with opportunities to work with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams. This position provides an opportunity to contribute to strategic purchasing initiatives while developing expertise in sourcing, supplier management, cost optimization, and procurement operations.