Strategic Materials Buyer – Onsite (Gloucester)

Yoh Services LLC; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with savings options

Life & Disability insurance

Weekly pay + direct deposit

Employee discounts + referral bonuses

Access to Yoh’s exclusive national job

Job summary

Yoh Services LLC in Gloucester, MA is seeking an Intermediate Materials Buyer for a 12‑month contract-to-hire on site. You will negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers, issue RFQs, analyze proposals, and drive supplier selection to achieve cost efficiency and reliable delivery.

You will partner with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and improve supplier performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Experience negotiating with vendors and managing supplier relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive under pressure.
• Understanding of inventory, logistics, and procurement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and contracts with suppliers.
• Manage non-strategic vendors and ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Issue RFQs, analyze proposals, and drive supplier selection.
• Expedite orders and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
• Resolve material, receiving, and accounting discrepancies.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels and purchasing records.
• Continuously improve processes and supplier performance.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Supplier relationships

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Inventory concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Yoh Services LLC in Gloucester, MA is seeking an Intermediate Materials Buyer for a 12‑month contract-to-hire on site. You will negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers, issue RFQs, analyze proposals, and drive supplier selection to achieve cost efficiency and reliable delivery.

You will partner with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and improve supplier performance in a fast-paced environment.