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Senior Buyer
Job in
North Reading, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01864, USA
Listed on 2026-09-12
Listing for:
Harvey Nash
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Inventory Control & Analysis, Logistics Coordination, Supply Chain Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Title:
Senior Buyer
Location:
North Reading, MA (Onsite)
Duration: 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to manage procurement activities, supplier relationships, and material planning in a fast-paced manufacturing and supply chain environment. The ideal candidate will havehands-on experience with direct procurement, supplier management, ERP systems,and inventory planning.
Key Responsibilities- Procure materials, components,assemblies, hardware, and other business-critical items.
- Manage supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance against established KPIs.
- Support supplier scorecards and participate in business reviews.
- Plan material requirements,maintain inventory levels, and manage schedules through ERP systems.
- Monitor supply chain risks and communicate mitigation strategies to stakeholders.
- Track and manage purchase orders,deliveries, and expedite requests.
- Support supplier performance improvement initiatives and issue resolution.
- Resolve receiving discrepancies and assist with invoice reconciliation.
- Manage supplier returns,non-conformance activities, and material disposition processes.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and drive cross-functional initiatives.
- 3+ years of experience in purchasing, buying, or direct procurement.
- Experience managing supplier relationships and component/material portfolios.
- Proficiency in ERP systems for purchase order execution, rescheduling, and demand planning.
- Strong Excel skills, including
Pivot Tables and lookup functions. - Excellent analytical,organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience with SQL, Tableau, or business intelligence tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- APICS, Six Sigma, or similar certifications.
- Experience leading supplier performance reviews and business discussions.
Candidates with experience in direct material procurement, supplier management, inventoryplanning, and ERP-based purchasing within manufacturing, hardware, or supply chain environments are highly preferred.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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