Buyer/Planner

Supply Chain Buyer - Gloucester, MA Pay: Competitive, based on experience Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 1st Shift Adecco is currently seeking an experienced Supply Chain Buyer for an exciting opportunity in the Gloucester, MA area. This role is ideal for procurement professionals who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy collaborating across departments to ensure material availability, supplier performance, and operational success. Key Responsibilities Ensure uninterrupted material supply to support manufacturing operations and customer demand. Manage supplier schedules, including pull-ins, push-outs, and order adjustments based on MRP requirements. Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve supply chain challenges by partnering with engineering, manufacturing, program management, and supplier management teams. Procure materials and services while balancing cost, quality, supplier reliability, and delivery requirements. Manage inventory levels and support excess and obsolete inventory reduction initiatives. Lead assigned purchasing and procurement projects, ensuring objectives related to cost, schedule, and scope are met. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while handling complex and sensitive business matters professionally. Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist in training team members on purchasing processes and best practices. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field. 2-4 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or materials management experience. Experience working with MRP systems and supplier management processes. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. Preferred: Knowledge of supply chain and procurement best practices. Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial operations. Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience leading projects or cross-functional initiatives. Understanding of inventory control, shortage management, supplier negotiations, and cost management. Key Skills Purchase Order Management Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Supplier Selection and Relationship Management RFQ Management and Vendor Negotiations Inventory Management and Excess & Obsolete Reduction Allocation and Shortage Management Dispute Resolution Change Control Cost Reduction and Cost Management Communication and Influencing Skills Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Pay Details: $36.00 to $38.00 per hour medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability additional voluntary benefits EAP program commuter benefits a 401K plan Paid Sick Leave any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law Holiday pay Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Adecco