Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist North Reading, MA Pay Rate : $29-31 / hour Position Overview We are seeking a highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Supply Chain / Procurement Specialist to support procurement, supplier management, inventory planning, and supply chain operations. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working cross-functionally to ensure materials are available to support business operation. Key Responsibilities esPurchase materials and equipment from suppliers, including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory item s.Manage supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance against key performance indicators (KPIs ).Contribute to monthly supplier scorecards and present procurement-related data during quarterly business review s.Plan material requirements, maintain inventory levels, manage schedules within the ERP system, and communicate requirements effectively to supplier s.Identify and monitor supply chain risks, ensuring transparency of material flow throughout the supply chai n.Collaborate with planning and operations teams to communicate supply risks and implement mitigation strategie s.Develop and maintain efficient processes for tracking open purchase orders, expediting orders, and managing delivery schedule s.Support commodity management initiatives by maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, resolving supply issues, and assisting with new product introduction s.Resolve purchase order receiving discrepancies and assist with invoice reconciliation activitie s.Manage supplier returns, including non-conformance reports (NCRs), return material authorizations (RMAs), and material review board (MRB) processe s.Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead cross-functional initiatives to implement enhancement Qualifications nsExperience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, materials planning, inventory control, or a related fiel d.Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detai l.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoin t.Experience working with ERP system s.Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skill s.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmen t.Knowledge of data management and database systems is a plu Additional Information onLaptop provide d.Building and network access require d.Collaborative and professional work environmen t.Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and supply chain optimization initiative Equal Employment Opportunity Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Fair Chance Employer Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinan Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contac San Francisco Lactation Accommodation Only applicable for San Francisco Candates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodatio #J-18808-Ljbffr Russell Tobin