Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer at Robert Half Senior Buyer at Robert Half in North Easton, Massachusetts Posted in about 19 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

We are seeking a strategic Buyer/Purchasing Manager to join the financeteam of a manufacturing company in Brockton, MA. This role is responsible for overseeing procurement processes and purchasing teams, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships for cost-effective purchasing of goods and services. This role is accountable for the timely purchasing of materials for the Brockton facility, in addition to other sites as needed. If you are a strategic leader looking for your next step, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree required 5+ years of experience in Purchasing, demonstrating career progression Experience within a high-volume/fast-paced environment ERP Systems proficiency

Key Responsibilities:

Create and implement purchasing strategies Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers Negotiating contracts and terms to secure favorable pricing Manage and develop procurement teams Collaborate with other departments to understand procurement needs and align purchasing activities with organizational goals. Lead the development of appropriate ERP system processes, controls and data to utilize Epicor Materials Resource and Planning (MRP) effectively. Process, review and approve purchase order requests to meet material demands for each location. Review customer specifications to ensure appropriate parts and components are ordered timely and cost effectively. Assist in developing appropriate cycle counting processes for raw materials and researching and resolving inventory discrepancies.

Technical Skills:

Ability to negotiate contracts and pricing effectively. Proficient in analyzing market trends and supplier performance to make informed decisions. Experience in managing a team and leading procurement initiatives Strong system skills with the ability to navigate procurement processes and data within ERP system.