Buyer

Title: Buyer I Duration: 7-month contract (high possibility of extension) Location: North Reading, MA Pay Range: $22 to $25 per hour Key job responsibilities Purchasing materials and equipment from suppliers including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory items. Managing supplier relationships and KPIs reported to senior Supply Chain leadership Providing inputs to monthly scorecards and presenting procurement data during quarterly business reviews. Planning material requirements, managing inventory levels, managing schedules in our ERP system, and successfully communicating these requirements to our suppliers. Identifying supply chain material risks and providing transparent monitoring of material flow. Working collaboratively with Planning to communicate supply chain risks and mitigation strategies to the end users. Developing efficient and accurate mechanisms for monitoring and updating open purchase orders, expedites, delivery requirements. Assisting the Global Commodity Management team with maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, addressing supply issues, and developing new products and programs. Resolving PO receiving errors and assisting with invoice reconciliation. Managing supplier returns including non-conformance reports, return material authorizations, and processing MRB material. Identifying opportunities for process improvement and leading a cross-functional group to execute improvements. Must haves: Excel (proficient) Experience within ERP software (use oracle on team but not required) – run procurement with ERP The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually – as applicable.