Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Randstad is seeking an experienced Buyer for our global life sciences client in Portsmouth, NH.

• Location: On-site in Portsmouth, NH 03801
• Pay Rate: $55.00 – $62.00 / hour (commensurate with experience)

Join a dynamic direct procurement team on-site in Portsmouth, NH, supporting essential life-sciences manufacturing. In this role, you will manage direct procurement for critical production materials—including single-use filters—across roughly 500 SKUs and 15 to 20 key suppliers, representing an annual spend of $15M. You will partner closely with quality teams to manage vendor notifications, address supplier performance, and keep production running smoothly.

• Manage direct material purchasing: Overseational procurement for approximately 500 SKUs of single-use filters and key production materials to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Drive supplier performance & quality: Process Vendor Complaints and Vendor Change Notifications (VCNs) while partnering with Supplier Quality to resolve supply chain issues.
• Maintain supply chain transparency: Gather, track, and evaluate critical supply chain information to proactively prevent material shortages.
• Optimize MRP workflows: Utilize MRP systems to execute purchase orders, analyze material requirements, and maintain accurate inventory parameters.

• Direct procurement or purchasing experience managing direct manufacturing materials.
• Background working within regulated GMP/GxP environments and familiarity with Procurement Quality Systems.
• Previous experience using an MRP/ERP system for material requirements planning.
• Hands-on experience managing vendor quality events, including complaint tracking and change notifications.

• Direct experience with SAP MRP
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• Prior exposure to single-use technology or biopharmaceutical production consumables.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.

At Randstad, we value the health and well-being of our talent. After 90 days of continuous assignment, you will become eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Plans