Strategic Manufacturing Buyer

LT Staffing Inc; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LT Staffing Inc is seeking an experienced Buyer for our client’s manufacturing operations in Massachusetts. The Buyer will work with engineering, manufacturing, finance, and logistics to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely procurement.

The role requires market awareness, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent Excel and ERP proficiency are essential to optimize purchasing processes and supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement/purchasing experience in manufacturing or similar environments.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP, plus MRP/ERP system proficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation abilities.
• Knowledge of supply chain principles and current market trends.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders and track deliveries; resolve shortages, late or missing shipments.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements with suppliers.
• Maintain and review purchasing reports to monitor spend and performance.
• Process return-to-vendor debit memos as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, finance, and logistics to fulfill orders.

Skills

Supply chain principles

Excel proficiency

Negotiation

Communication

Procurement experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Tools

MRP/ERP software

Job description

LT Staffing Inc is seeking an experienced Buyer for our client’s manufacturing operations in Massachusetts. The Buyer will work with engineering, manufacturing, finance, and logistics to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely procurement.

The role requires market awareness, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent Excel and ERP proficiency are essential to optimize purchasing processes and supplier relationships.