We are looking for a skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team in New York, New York, on a long-term contract basis. This role is ideal for professionals with a passion for managing procurement operations and building strong vendor relationships. You will play a key part in ensuring timely and compliant purchasing processes while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full lifecycle of procurement activities, from sourcing to delivery.<br>• Create, execute, and monitor purchase orders and change orders, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to deadlines.<br>• Collaborate closely with internal teams, such as R&D and Finance, to align procurement strategies with project goals and budgets.<br>• Maintain and oversee vendor records and procurement documentation within systems like NetSuite and Zip.<br>• Ensure strict compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve procurement workflows and implement process enhancements.<br>• Conduct supplier evaluations and maintain qualification documentation as needed.<br>• Support contract negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions.<br>• Provide timely reports and analysis on procurement activities to stakeholders.
We are looking for a skilled Procurement Manager to oversee production planning, inventory control, and procurement operations in our organization. This role requires a proactive leader who can ensure seamless product flow across warehouses, optimize costs, and support senior management in driving sales while minimizing risks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in vendor negotiations, forecasting, and compliance with industry standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and execute production planning strategies to ensure timely procurement and efficient inventory management.<br>• Create and analyze monthly inventory reports, focusing on turnover rates and aged inventory metrics.<br>• Lead physical inventory audits, reconciliation processes, and annual warehouse inspections.<br>• Negotiate vendor contracts, manage service agreements, and foster strong supplier relationships.<br>• Evaluate product usage, profitability, warehousing costs, and freight expenses to optimize operations.<br>• Monitor purchasing activities in alignment with cash flow projections and budgetary constraints.<br>• Design and implement procedural standards for advanced forecasting and procurement processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and maintain certifications for relevant products.<br>• Provide leadership in scheduling and staffing for the inventory department to meet operational goals.<br>• Supervise inventory control managers and oversee teams responsible for production planning and procurement.
<p>A busy company in the Fairfield area is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to join their growing organization. This Purchasing Analyst will get the chance to join an expanding team that offers career advancement and a flexible work schedule. The ideal Purchasing Analyst will have strong Excel skills including proficiency with Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPS and come from a manufacturing industry (not required). This Purchasing Analyst role is a data-driven one responsible for analyzing, developing, and executing sourcing strategies that support new business initiatives and ongoing production needs. This Purchasing Analyst position partners cross-functionally to evaluate supplier capabilities, model costs, and optimize supply chain decisions to drive profitability, scalability, and operational efficiency. Other responsibilities required of this Purchasing Analyst are below:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Purchasing Analyst Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze and evaluate potential suppliers based on cost structures, capacity, quality, and lead-time performance.</li><li>Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified suppliers using data-driven assessment methods.</li><li>Build cost models and perform comparative analyses to support new business opportunities and product launches.</li><li>Partner with Sales and Finance to provide sourcing insights for quoting, forecasting, and margin optimization.</li><li>Collect, analyze, and benchmark supplier quotations to identify cost drivers and savings opportunities.</li><li>Lead data-supported pricing negotiations and optimize commercial terms with suppliers.</li><li>Translate demand forecasts and inventory data into purchasing plans and procurement strategies.</li><li>Monitor purchase orders, supplier performance, and key KPIs to ensure on-time delivery and supply continuity.</li><li>Develop sourcing strategies that balance cost, risk, scalability, and operational requirements.</li><li>Analyze supplier performance and drive continuous improvement across cost, quality, and delivery metrics.</li></ul><p>This Purchasing Analyst position is paying between $75,000 and $85,000 annually depending on experience. If interested in this Purchasing Analyst role please apply today! </p>
<p>90,000 - 110,000</p><p><br></p><p>benefits:</p><ul><li>hybrid</li><li>medical</li><li>dental</li><li>vision</li><li>life insurance</li><li>long term disability</li><li>401k </li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage end‑to‑end supply chain activities, including sourcing, purchasing, planning, and logistics.</li><li>Develop and maintain relationships with OEM suppliers and Contract Manufacturers.</li><li>Optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency, cost savings, and lead-time performance.</li><li>Monitor vendor performance and negotiate pricing, terms, and service improvements.</li><li>Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies.</li><li>Partner with internal teams (Engineering, Operations, Finance) to ensure alignment on production and supply needs.</li><li>Analyze supply chain data to support forecasting, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Travel will be required.</li></ul><p><br></p>