<p><strong><u>Purchasing Agent / Buyer (PERMANENT, FULL TIME)</u></strong></p><p>Location: Pittsfield, MA</p><p>Salary: $70,000–$100,000, depending on experience</p><p>Work Arrangement: On-site initially; opportunity to work from home 1 day per week once fully trained</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced and motivated Purchasing Agent / Buyer to join our client's team in Pittsfield, MA. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a purchasing professional who is comfortable managing the purchasing process from sourcing and supplier negotiations through purchase orders, delivery, and invoice review. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and confident negotiating pricing, terms, and lead times with suppliers.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Source and evaluate suppliers to meet company purchasing needs</li><li>Negotiate pricing, terms, contracts, and delivery requirements with vendors</li><li>Obtain and analyze quotes to ensure competitive pricing</li><li>Create, issue, and manage purchase orders</li><li>Monitor supplier lead times and follow up on outstanding orders</li><li>Coordinate and track shipping and deliveries</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers</li><li>Review purchasing documentation for accuracy</li><li>Review and reconcile vendor invoices against purchase orders and deliveries</li><li>Resolve pricing, quantity, delivery, and invoice discrepancies</li><li>Communicate with internal departments regarding purchasing needs and order status</li><li>Help ensure materials and products are available when needed while managing costs</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Previous purchasing, buying, procurement, or related experience, 5+ years</li><li>Strong negotiation, sourcing and communication skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ideally knowledge of ERP software skills</li><li>Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams</li></ul><p>Compensation & Benefits</p><ul><li>$75,000–$100,000 annual salary, depending on experience</li><li>Health benefits</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Work-from-home option 1 day per week after training</li></ul><p>If you are an experienced purchasing professional looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with competitive compensation and a strong benefits package, we would like to hear from you! </p><p>Please apply to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf(com)</p>
<p><strong><u>Supply Chain Manager</u></strong> (manufacturing industry)</p><p><em>Direct-Hire / Permanent position</em></p><p>Robert Half contact: <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p><p>Fully onsite role - 5 days per week in office</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a longstanding and valued client in their search of a new Supply Chain Manager to oversee a team of Buyers/Planners/Inventory Analysts and a manufacturing facility of $20M in inventory management. Ideal candidates will have proven experience as an established Supply Chain Manager within the manufacturing industry, with strong/effective negotiation and communication skills, and an ability to train and develop a team of Buyer/Planners. </p><p><br></p><p><em><u>Responsibilities</u></em>:</p><ul><li>Help lead the flow of direct materials from planning through delivery so production stays on track and customers receive orders on time.</li><li>Guide purchasing, planning, and procurement activities to make sure materials are available when needed while keeping costs and disruptions in check.</li><li>Support compliance with trade regulations by ensuring material transactions and records are accurate, complete, and properly maintained.</li><li>Partner with operations, finance, and materials teams to solve supply challenges, align priorities, and keep communication moving across the business.</li><li>Look for ways to improve processes that strengthen inventory accuracy, increase inventory turns, and help the team meet performance goals.</li><li>Use lean supply chain practices to simplify day-to-day work for buyers and planners and create more efficient materials management processes.</li><li>Build strong supplier relationships, monitor performance, and help identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve supply reliability.</li><li>Support annual inventory activities and maintain dependable material data that helps the team plan effectively and make informed decisions.</li></ul><p>Along with a target salary range of $120-150k (DOE), the total compensation package also includes annual bonus potential, multiple healthcare plan options, retirement plan with company match, and paid time off. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>For immediate consideration</strong>, please apply today and/or email your resume to <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com.</u> All inquiries will remain confidential. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>