<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>We are seeking a <strong>Buyer I</strong> to support procurement activities across multiple programs in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This position is ONSITE in North Reading, MA. This individual will manage purchasing activities, coordinate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, issue and maintain purchase orders, and help ensure equipment and materials are delivered according to established schedules.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have procurement or purchasing experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to identify and proactively escalate supply or delivery risks.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day procurement and purchasing activities across assigned programs.</li><li>Review program and deployment schedules to ensure purchase orders accurately reflect business requirements.</li><li>Create, issue, maintain, and track purchase orders.</li><li>Coordinate with suppliers to ensure deliveries remain on schedule.</li><li>Serve as a point of contact between internal teams, stakeholders, and external suppliers.</li><li>Monitor purchasing and delivery activity and proactively identify potential risks or delays.</li><li>Communicate and escalate supply or delivery issues to appropriate stakeholders.</li><li>Investigate procurement issues and assist with root-cause analysis and resolution.</li><li>Maintain accurate procurement information and documentation within internal systems.</li><li>Manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Assist with additional procurement projects and initiatives as needed. </li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer to support purchasing operations for a Long-term Contract position in Manchester, New Hampshire. This role focuses on coordinating material orders, maintaining accurate supplier information, and helping ensure production needs are met without interruption. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, sound judgment in purchasing activities, and the ability to work effectively with vendors and internal teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create, review, and track purchase orders to ensure materials are ordered accurately and delivered on time.<br>• Coordinate the procurement of raw materials and other purchased items needed to support daily plant operations.<br>• Maintain organized and up-to-date vendor records, including pricing, contact details, and purchasing documentation.<br>• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order status, resolve discrepancies, and support dependable vendor relationships.<br>• Monitor material availability and follow up on open orders to help prevent production delays or operational downtime.<br>• Provide administrative support to the purchasing function by preparing records, updating systems, and assisting with routine department activities.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer/Planner to support sourcing and material planning activities for our operations in Salem, New Hampshire. This position plays an important role in keeping production supplied by managing vendor relationships, coordinating purchasing activity, and helping balance cost, quality, and delivery expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong procurement judgment, planning discipline, and the ability to work across multiple teams to keep materials flowing efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Source raw materials, supplies, and equipment needed to meet operational and customer requirements while maintaining timely delivery.</p><p>• Develop and manage purchasing plans that align material availability with production timelines and demand forecasts.</p><p>• Lead supplier discussions related to pricing, terms, and agreements to improve value and support cost control goals.</p><p>• Evaluate and maintain vendor relationships to ensure dependable performance in quality, delivery, and service.</p><p>• Partner with production, customer service, accounting, and inventory teams to coordinate purchasing priorities and resolve material issues.</p><p>• Prepare pricing support and quote-related information by confirming material needs, costs, and availability.</p><p>• Track supplier performance and address shortages, delays, or other disruptions with appropriate follow-up actions.</p><p>• Keep purchasing, planning, and supplier records accurate within company systems and related documentation tools.</p>