Senior Plant Buyer: Materials, Inventory & SAP

Tarkett; Middlefield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Career growth opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Tarkett is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage the plant procurement function at the Middlefield manufacturing facilities. You will source and procure raw materials, manage supplier relationships, and lead RFP/RFQ processes across campus areas.

You will mentor procurement staff, coordinate with the TNA team, and drive continuous improvement in inventory accuracy and reporting, using SAP and ERP systems to support production and cost goals.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in Procurement and Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems, including data analysis and system-based process management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across operational, financial, and leadership teams.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build effective working relationships.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with follow-through and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant procurement function for Middlefield facilities, supporting daily operations with raw materials.
• Manage plant-specific raw materials, supplier relationships, and supplier quality to ensure total cost of ownership, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Lead RFP/RFQ processes and facilitate raw material projects across plant areas from start to finish.
• Collaborate with plant functions and TNA Procurement Team to identify cost savings and drive them to completion.
• Mentor and manage procurement staff, including performance reviews and development plans.
• Support inventory management, including monthly physical counts, outsourcing counts, and reconciliation in SAP.

Skills

Procurement experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Tarkett is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage the plant procurement function at the Middlefield manufacturing facilities. You will source and procure raw materials, manage supplier relationships, and lead RFP/RFQ processes across campus areas.

You will mentor procurement staff, coordinate with the TNA team, and drive continuous improvement in inventory accuracy and reporting, using SAP and ERP systems to support production and cost goals.