Intermediate Material Buyer - Gloucester, Ma

INTERMEDIATE MATERIAL BUYER - GLOUCESTER, MA (BH-398539)

Location:

Gloucester, United States

Sector:
Logistics Distribution & Supply Chain

Salary: $30.00 – $37.00 per hour (Contract‑to‑Hire, 12‑month)

Onsite Location. Full Benefits included.

• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and contracts with suppliers
• Manage non‑strategic vendors and ensure cost‑effective procurement
• Issue RFQs, analyze proposals, and drive supplier selection
• Expedite orders and ensure timely delivery of materials
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and supply‑chain teams
• Resolve material, receiving, and accounting discrepancies
• Maintain optimal inventory levels and purchasing records
• Continuously improve processes and supplier performance

• Career growth and potential to convert to a permanent role
• Visible impact on production and supply‑chain success
• Collaborative culture working cross‑functionally with engineering and manufacturing
• Dynamic, fast‑paced, problem‑solving environment

• 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply‑chain experience
• Experience negotiating with vendors and managing supplier relationships
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to multitask and thrive under pressure
• Solid understanding of inventory, logistics, and procurement strategies

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• Experience in manufacturing or similar industry
• Proficiency with SAP, Ariba, or similar procurement systems
• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Competitive pay: $30.00–$37.00 per hour
• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision benefits (20+ hr per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (20+ hr per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (20+ hr per week)
• Met Life Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly e‑payroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Access to Yoh’s exclusive national job network

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records may be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Qualified applicants with a criminal history may see a direct impact on employment considerations.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.