Buyer - Planner in Saybrook

Buyer / Planner

Direct Hire Opportunity | Westbrook, CT Area

Salary:
Up to $75,000 (DOE)

Are you a strategic purchasing professional with experience in manufacturing? We're partnering with a well-established manufacturer seeking a Buyer/Planner to support purchasing, production planning, inventory management, and supplier relationships.

• Source and purchase raw materials, finished goods, packaging, and outsourced services
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and supplier agreements to drive cost savings and ensure on-time delivery
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring performance, quality, and service levels
• Create and manage production schedules based on demand forecasts and manufacturing requirements
• Coordinate material releases and inventory levels to support efficient production and timely order fulfillment
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to maintain accurate BOMs, item records, supplier data, and corrective actions
• Maintain ERP system data, track inventory discrepancies, and prepare purchasing and production performance reports
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and licensing requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of purchasing, sourcing, production planning, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment
• Proven success negotiating with suppliers and implementing cost‑saving initiatives
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Understanding of Bills of Material (BOMs) and manufacturing processes
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

  A.R. Mazzotta is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of A.R. Mazzotta to employ, recruit, hire, train and promote individuals without regard to , , creed, , , , marital status, present or past history of mental , intellectual , learning , or physical , , political affiliation or belief, , ancestry, veteran status, , or expression or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.