Senior Manufacturing Buyer & Cost Optimizer

ACTalent; Town of Saugerties (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ACTalent is seeking an experienced Buyer / Purchasing Specialist to optimize procurement for a medical device manufacturing environment in Saugerties, NY. The role requires end-to-end purchasing, supplier relationship management, and strong data analysis to drive cost savings.

You will process POs, negotiate terms, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and timely delivery. This is a contract-to-hire onsite position with a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• 5+ years purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience creating and managing purchase orders and purchase requisitions.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management in manufacturing.
• Ability to negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials to support manufacturing operations.
• Process purchase orders using ERP/MRP systems for accuracy and timeliness.
• Obtain supplier quotes and negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance for quality, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Analyze purchasing spend, inventory costs, and pricing trends for cost savings.
• Track cost savings and supplier metrics to support decisions.
• Review inventory levels to prevent stockouts or excess inventory.
• Resolve discrepancies in pricing, quantities, or delivery with vendors.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, R&D, Sales, Warehouse, and Finance.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Vendor negotiation

Excel/data analysis

ERP/MRP systems

Inventory management

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

AS or BS degree

Tools

Infor ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ACTalent is seeking an experienced Buyer / Purchasing Specialist to optimize procurement for a medical device manufacturing environment in Saugerties, NY. The role requires end-to-end purchasing, supplier relationship management, and strong data analysis to drive cost savings.

You will process POs, negotiate terms, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and timely delivery. This is a contract-to-hire onsite position with a competitive hourly pay range.