Buyer/Planner - $36-$38/hr (01985)

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.

Interested candidates should apply directly through Adecco with an updated resume for immediate consideration.

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

Why Apply Through Adecco?

When you apply through Adecco , you'll gain access to a dedicated recruiting team committed to matching your experience and career goals with rewarding opportunities. We will guide you through the hiring process and provide support every step of the way.

Apply Today

If you're a motivated procurement professional looking to take the next step in your supply chain career, apply directly with Adecco and submit your most current resume for consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted regarding next steps.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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