Buyer (Manufacturing)

Job Description

Job Description

The Panther Group is looking for a Buyer for a growing manufacturing organization in the Franklin, MA area.

The Buyer will support both distribution and manufacturing purchasing activities. This role is responsible for procuring materials, components, and indirect supplies to support operational demands while maintaining optimal inventory levels, supplier relationships, quality standards, and cost objectives. The ideal candidate will have 0-2 years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment and possess strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Procurement

• Purchase production materials, inventory items, and supplies to support manufacturing and distribution operations.
• Manage purchase orders from creation through delivery confirmation.
• Monitor inventory levels and demand requirements to ensure continuity of supply.
• Expedite critical orders and resolve supplier delivery issues proactively.
• Support sourcing activities including quote requests, pricing analysis, and supplier selection.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data, supplier records, and item information within the ERP system.
• Review MRP recommendations and execute purchasing activities accordingly.
• Partner with internal stakeholders including Operations, Engineering, Production, Warehouse, and Customer Service to support business needs.

Supplier Management

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Coordinate resolution of supplier quality or shipment discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred.
• 0-2 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems required.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and sense of urgency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in industrial automation, manufacturing, or technical product environments.
• Familiarity with inventory planning and forecasting concepts.
• Exposure to supplier negotiations and vendor management.
• APICS or supply chain certifications are a plus.

Pay up to $30 per hour DOE

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We are the experts in Human Capital. It starts with a commitment to personal attention. A single point of contact from day one. That's what makes The Panther Group different. That is how we deliver results to our clients and candidates. Our focus on quality, diversity and service sets us apart. At The Panther Group, it's about attention to detail. We attract the right talent, connect job seekers with the right jobs and provide the right custom solutions because we worry about the little things. Providing our clients the best value for their dollar, finding our job seekers opportunities where they can thrive, giving our clients and candidates the level of service they deserve, leveraging the most efficient processes in the industry.

Company Description

We are the experts in Human Capital. It starts with a commitment to personal attention. A single point of contact from day one. That's what makes The Panther Group different. That is how we deliver results to our clients and candidates. Our focus on quality, diversity and service sets us apart. At The Panther Group, it's about attention to detail. We attract the right talent, connect job seekers with the right jobs and provide the right custom solutions because we worry about the little things. Providing our clients the best value for their dollar, finding our job seekers opportunities where they can thrive, giving our clients and candidates the level of service they deserve, leveraging the most efficient processes in the industry.