Buyer, Business

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Buyer to join our team. The Buyer plays a key role in supporting East Longmeadow operations by efficiently procuring materials, equipment, and services. This position ensures cost-effective purchasing aligned with company protocols and operational requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, evaluate and maintain a reliable, competitive and economical supply chain assuring continuity of a consistent and reliable supply of materials, parts and services in support of manufacturing operations.
• Primary Site representative responsible to generate and distribute bid packages for the purpose of obtaining quotations to identify and establish an appropriate source of supply, negotiating specifications, price, service, delivery, quality performance and other pertinent factors.
• Perform independent analysis validating demand accuracy, determining economical/optimal order quantity, determine appropriate order modifiers/lot sizing, order release strategies and capacity planning to assure volume and schedule adherence targets are met or exceeded.
• Independently prepare material purchase price variance projections.
• Understand, track and monitor key cost drivers/market factors for assigned responsibilities and prepare market updates as required.
• Perform independent analysis on capabilities of prospective new suppliers and coordinate all facets of required due diligence for purposes of new supplier qualification.
• Independently facilitate resolution of Receiving and Accounts Payable issues.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or 5 years relevant work experience
• 3+ years' experience in a Buyer or similar role within a manufacturing facility
• Strong knowledge of Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) principles.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems such as SAP ERP or Oracle EBS.
• Lean six sigma, knowledge
• Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract management.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed purchasing decisions.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.
• Detail-oriented mindset with exceptional organizational skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

• Competitive pay
• Climate controlled facility
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• Life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on childcare, gym memberships, travel, and much more

Our manufacturing Plant is comprised of enclosed office and manufacturing space. This position requires:

• Communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others
• Ability to perform sedentary work on various computer systems
• This Buyer/Planner position is located on-site in our East Longmeadow facility

Apply today and discover the magic of making a difference at Cartamundi!

Cartamundi does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS dhs.gov/e-verify.

Candidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi.
No agencies please. No sponsorship available
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