Buyer / Supply Chain / Procurement / Inventory

Russell Tobin's client, an American software development company, is hiring a Supply Chain Buyer in North Reading, MA

Employment Type: Contract/Onsite

Purchase materials and equipment from suppliers, including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory items.

Manage supplier relationships and track key performance indicators (KPIs).

Support monthly supplier scorecards and procurement reporting for leadership reviews.

Plan material requirements, manage inventory levels, and maintain supplier schedules within ERP systems.

Monitor material flow and proactively identify supply chain risks.

Partner with planning teams to communicate risks and mitigation strategies.

Track and update open purchase orders, delivery requirements, and expedite requests.

Support supplier performance management and new product/program introductions.

Resolve purchase order receiving discrepancies and assist with invoice reconciliation.

Manage supplier returns, including NCRs, RMAs, and MRB material processing.

Identify and implement process improvement initiatives through cross-functional collaboration.

Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or materials management.

Knowledge of inventory planning, material requirements planning, and supply chain operations.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong skills in Microsoft Office applications.

Experience purchasing electronic components, PCB assemblies, electro-mechanical assemblies, or hardware.

Understanding of data management and database systems.

Experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, or technical supply chain environments.

Russell Tobin and it's affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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 law.

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 ordinances.

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 contact us.