Purchasing Specialist

Join Our Client’s Team at a Medical Device Manufacturing Leader

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact in the medical device and surgical industries? We're looking for a Purchasing Specialist to support our client’s purchasing and inventory management operations across three state-of-the‑art manufacturing facilities in the Upper Valley of Vermont and New Hampshire.

Our client is a globally trusted manufacturer of life‑saving medical and surgical components used in operating suites and implantable devices worldwide. Their facilities include sophisticated clean room environments where precision and compliance are paramount. They’re proud to be recognized as a Best Place to Work
, known for their collaborative, team‑oriented culture and exceptional employee retention. If you're looking for a company that invests in its people, you've found it.

In this position, you'll blend strategic procurement with hands‑on inventory management. You'll create and monitor purchase orders, negotiate supplier pricing, manage vendor relationships, and conduct regular inventory counts—all while ensuring compliance with medical device manufacturing standards. This role that keeps you engaged across both office and warehouse environments.

• Issue purchase orders and track order status from placement to delivery
• Source and negotiate competitive pricing for packaging, supplies, and materials
• Review requisitions and supplier specifications while supporting the accounting team
• Perform cycle counts and maintain accurate inventory records across both facilities
• Resolve vendor issues, including order discrepancies, delays, and damaged shipments
• Coordinate supplier corrective action requests and maintain regulatory compliance documentation

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in purchasing, materials management, or supply chain
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and purchase order/ERP software systems
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Comfort working in both office and warehouse settings
• Willingness to travel occasionally between facility locations
• Ability to lift to 40 lbs. and actively participate in inventory activities

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Health insurance, retirement plans, and more
• Supportive Culture:
  Work with a collaborative team that values your contributions
• Growth Opportunities:
  Build your career in the medical device industry
• Flexibility:
  Full-time role with flexibility during peak operational periods

Compensation starts at $55,000+ depending on experience.