Adecco Staffing is assisting a local company in Gloucester, and we are seeking Material Buyers!
Hours: 1st Shift Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Pay: $29
Key Responsibilities
• Negotiates pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision. Manage none strategic suppliers (none QFM)? $5M. Quotes materials; procures materials, components, equipment and services at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Expedites and ensures the timely receipt of materials.
• Works with engineering and MPM or SCM to recommend new suppliers. Issues RFQs, analyzes proposals, negotiates prices and delivery, issues and/or adjusts purchase orders in a timely manner. Follows-up on orders, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. Negotiates vendor contracts, as appropriate. Follows purchasing business processes.
• Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Leads problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues
Functional Knowledge
• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
• Understanding of supply chain processes and purchasing strategies.
• Knowledge of inventory management and logistics.
• Familiarity with contract management and vendor relations.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
Business Expertise
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Significant experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Experience in a similar industry or with specific products relevant to the hiring organization may be required.
Leadership
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
Problem Solving
• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Impact
• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
Interpersonal Skills
• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Excellent analytical skills to assess vendors and evaluate product quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Proficiency in procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Motivation, initiative, collaboration, connectivity and coaching
Bachelor's Degree Required: Yes
A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field is typically preferred
Technical Skills: Required: Data analysis, inventory management, procurement processes, and supply chain technologies
Computer Skills : Required: procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA
Soft Skills: Required: effective communication, negotiation, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
If you are interested & qualified, please apply with your updated resume!
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