Buyer

at  Robert Half

We are seeking a Buyer for our manufacturing team based in Leominster, Massachusetts. This role centers around managing all buying activities, scheduling material delivery, and assisting with special projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all purchasing activities within the manufacturing industry
• Schedule and coordinate the delivery of materials as per project requirements
• Assist with special projects related to purchasing and procurement
• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data management and purchasing functions
• Adhere to established buying processes and procedures
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure efficient operation
• Resolve any issues or discrepancies with orders and deliveries
• Continually evaluate supplier performance to ensure quality and reliability
• Stay informed about market trends and changes affecting supply and demand
• Implement strategies to improve buying processes and reduce costs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential for this role.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience with buying processes in a manufacturing setting.
• Extensive knowledge of the manufacturing industry and its related purchasing activities.
• Proven ability to perform purchasing functions effectively within a team.
• Previous experience in purchasing procurement is highly desirable.
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

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• Oversee all purchasing activities within the manufacturing industry
• Schedule and coordinate the delivery of materials as per project requirements
• Assist with special projects related to purchasing and procurement
• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data management and purchasing functions
• Adhere to established buying processes and procedures
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure efficient operation
• Resolve any issues or discrepancies with orders and deliveries
• Continually evaluate supplier performance to ensure quality and reliability
• Stay informed about market trends and changes affecting supply and demand
• Implement strategies to improve buying processes and reduce costs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential for this role.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience with buying processes in a manufacturing setting.
• Extensive knowledge of the manufacturing industry and its related purchasing activities.
• Proven ability to perform purchasing functions effectively within a team.
• Previous experience in purchasing procurement is highly desirable.
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision