Buyer

Buyer | Farmington, CT (Onsite) We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join our growing team in Farmington, CT. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, has a passion for supply chain operations, and wants to make a direct impact on inventory performance and supplier relationships. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring materials are ordered, tracked, and delivered on time to support our operations. You'll work closely with a tight-knit team and cross-functional partners to keep everything running smoothly and efficiently. What You'll Do Manage the full purchasing cycle for assigned categories, including quoting, planning, ordering, and tracking deliveries Monitor inventory levels and take action to maintain optimal stock aligned with company goals Collaborate with internal teams to resolve purchasing and inventory challenges Maintain accurate purchasing schedules to support on-time delivery and operations Process invoices and purchasing transactions accurately within the ERP system Support supplier coordination, including tracking orders and resolving basic delivery issues Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, documentation, and reporting Help identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and inventory performance What We're Looking For Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support Familiarity with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience is a strong plus) Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities High attention to detail, especially with data entry, tracking, and documentation Comfortable working with invoices, financial transactions, and purchasing records Solid communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Nice to Have Experience in a manufacturing or service-based environment Exposure to ERP implementations or system transitions Understanding of supplier management and supply chain processes Why Join Us? Collaborative, team-oriented work environment Opportunity to grow within a stable and expanding company Work with a respected industry leader in automatic door manufacturing and services Gain hands-on experience across purchasing, inventory management, and supply chain operations Work Environment Onsite role in Farmington, CT Monday through Friday schedule (typically 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with some flexibility) Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Farmington, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Farmington,CT.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 7, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.