Procurement Specialist

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Procurement Specialist

Purchasing Full Time Northfield, NH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1575

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

EPTAM Precision is looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team in Northfield, New Hampshire .

Build your career while helping manufacture precision components that support life-changing medical technologies—from biopharma and molecular diagnostics to robot-assisted surgical systems and implantable devices. At EPTAM, the work we do every day helps improve lives around the world.

Founded in 1981, EPTAM’s Northfield operation serves as the company’s headquarters and a cornerstone of its North American manufacturing network. Our team includes more than 285 engineers, production specialists, and quality professionals who work together to solve complex manufacturing challenges.Our FDA-registered, ISO 13485-certified facility combines advanced machining technology with automated inspection and precision measurement systems. Capabilities include 3-, 5-, and 7-axis machining, CNC turning, Swiss machining, milling, routing, sawing, and drilling—supported by more than 10 probe and vision coordinate-measuring machines.

The Northfield team specializes in machining complex plastic and metal components, converting metal designs to plastic, and helping customers select materials and refine designs for manufacturing. Our experienced people, proven processes, and commitment to quality help bring demanding medical components and assemblies to life.

As part of EPTAM Solutions , we belong to a nationwide manufacturing network united by a shared purpose. We recognize that the components we make touch lives, and we approach that responsibility with care, energy, and pride. Our minds never sleep.

Join a team where your contributions matter and where you can learn, grow, and build a rewarding career in a clean, safe, and supportive work environment.

Benefits Include:

• Professional development and on-the-job training
• Health and wellness benefits
• A clean, friendly, and safe work environment
• Recognition and rewards programs
• Competitive pay and merit increases
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Procurement Specialist is primarily responsible for the following:

• Assist with purchasing a variety of raw materials, services and/or supplies as required for production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Enters purchase orders through ERP system, maintains accuracy of the PO by attaching acknowledgement, tracking delivery, and expediting as requested.
• Analyze and monitor inventory to ensure optimal levels are always maintained.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and inventories match demand requirements.
• Review back orders and communicate with purchasing, planning, and sales teams.
• Expedite past due orders or rush orders as required.
• Work in conjunction with supply base to manage purchase order discrepancies such as incorrect cost, shortages, overages, and damages.
• Updates Sales team of material price increases/decreases in raw materials.
• Update ERP system with current lead times of raw materials.
• Maintain up to date supplier profiles within the Global Shop VRM (Vendor Relationship Management) database.
• Completes internal RFQs using designated quoting software and/or through email communication.
• Complete a variety of other purchasing related tasks such as updating supplier pricing, resolving receiving issues, and processing supply chain RMAs (Return Material Authorization).
• Employees must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Can get along with co-workers or peers and respond appropriately to feedback from a supervisor in a professional manner.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generate appropriate reports as required/requested.
• Good housekeeping, safe work ethics, and conduct yourself in a professional manner.
• Collaborate with various departments when procurement issues/questions arise.
• Communicate all pertinent issues and concerns regarding suppliers, raw materials, hardware, tooling, and services to the Procurement/Production Control Manager.
• Proper handling of all materials, parts, and equipment to prevent damage and loss of finished product.
• Represent the company, as required, during, customer, internal and ISO audits as well as FDA inspections.
• Understand the sensitivity of the data handled by systems under your control and take appropriate measures to protect it.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• EDUCATION: Associate degree preferably with a major in Business Administration or related field.
• EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 years’ relevant purchasing experience, equivalent combinations of education and experience accepted OR demonstrated ability to execute the Essential Functions for this position. Internships and PT experience acceptable. Experience within a manufacturing, medical device company or other similarly regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• LICENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR REGISTRATIONS: None