<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join a manufacturing team on a Contract basis. This role will support proposal and estimate development by evaluating material needs, purchased components, and labor requirements tied to production activities. The position is well suited for someone who understands manufacturing operations and can translate production methods into accurate cost assessments. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to help build reliable pricing inputs for quotes and planning decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare detailed cost estimates for raw materials, externally sourced components, and labor associated with manufacturing proposals.</p><p>• Review product structures and bills of materials to identify required parts, quantities, and cost drivers for each estimate.</p><p>• Assess fabrication and assembly processes, including methods such as machining and welding, to develop realistic production cost assumptions.</p><p>• Analyze labor content for assembly and related shop activities to support accurate proposal pricing.</p><p>• Partner with proposal management and procurement teams to gather supplier pricing, validate assumptions, and strengthen estimate accuracy.</p><p>• Create and manage purchase order-related inputs and procurement documentation that support buying activities and sourcing decisions.</p><p>• Apply lean manufacturing concepts when evaluating cost opportunities and potential efficiencies within the estimating process.</p><p>• Use company procurement and estimating tools to organize data, track inputs, and maintain consistency across proposal activities.</p>
<p><strong>Purchasing Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Milford, CT</p><p>A small manufacturer in Milford is seeking an experienced <strong>Purchasing Specialist</strong> to support daily procurement needs and keep operations running smoothly.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Purchase materials, components, and supplies for manufacturing operations</li><li>Source items based on production needs</li><li>Manage vendor relationships and negotiate pricing, quality, and delivery</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and support inventory control efforts</li><li>Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, and internal teams</li><li>Ensure purchased materials meet quality standards</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Prior purchasing/procurement experience in a manufacturing environment</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Experience with supplier management and inventory control</li><li>Cost-conscious with sound decision-making skills</li></ul><p><strong>Apply today</strong> or email your resume to <strong>kelsey.ryan@roberthalf(.com)</strong></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchase & Sales Specialist to support procurement and sales coordination for a semiconductor and electronic manufacturing environment in Milford, Connecticut. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience managing purchasing workflows, supplier communication, and order-related documentation in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role will help maintain efficient material flow, support internal departments, and contribute to reliable supply chain operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate daily purchasing and sales support activities to help ensure materials and orders move efficiently through the organization.<br>• Prepare, review, and process purchase requisitions, purchase requests, and purchase orders with accuracy and timely follow-through.<br>• Communicate with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams to confirm pricing, lead times, order status, and delivery schedules.<br>• Monitor open orders and resolve discrepancies involving quantities, documentation, shipment timing, or invoice-related issues.<br>• Maintain accurate purchasing records and update information within purchasing systems and Oracle Supply Chain Management tools.<br>• Support supply chain logistics by tracking incoming materials and helping align procurement activity with production needs.<br>• Work closely with the purchasing department and cross-functional stakeholders to improve coordination across procurement and sales-related processes.<br>• Assist with merchant services and other order administration tasks that contribute to smooth customer and supplier transactions.
We are looking for a customer-focused, detail-oriented individual to guide new and existing clients through a smooth onboarding and support experience in Tarrytown, New York. This role plays an important part in helping customers gain value from available products, tools, and resources while building strong long-term relationships. The ideal candidate brings strong organization, clear communication, and the ability to coordinate with multiple teams to keep accounts moving forward successfully.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the client journey from initial setup through ongoing engagement, helping customers build confidence and achieve successful adoption.<br>• Organize onboarding activities such as introductory outreach, training coordination, account preparation, access setup, and communication with internal partners.<br>• Deliver guidance on product usage, practical strategies, and available business and marketing resources that support customer success.<br>• Maintain regular contact with customers to assess goals, monitor satisfaction, identify challenges, and recommend improvements where needed.<br>• Recognize opportunities to expand account value, encourage referrals, and connect customers with the appropriate internal teams for next steps.<br>• Keep customer information, onboarding progress, communication history, and account updates accurately documented in company systems.<br>• Assist clients in navigating digital resources, educational content, support materials, and branded assets available to them.<br>• Contribute to the development and upkeep of onboarding documents, training content, and customer-facing communication materials.<br>• Gather client feedback and share insights with internal stakeholders to support service enhancements and a stronger overall customer experience.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to route questions efficiently and help ensure timely resolution of customer needs.
We are looking for a Customer Support Account Specialist to support key customer accounts in Rockleigh, New Jersey within the high-tech electronics industry. This Long-term Contract position focuses on delivering responsive account support across the full sales cycle, helping customers and internal teams navigate order activity, service needs, and issue resolution. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing complex account requests, communicating across departments, and ensuring a consistent customer experience from inquiry through fulfillment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and sustain strong working relationships with major customer accounts while serving as a reliable point of contact for sales and support needs.<br>• Manage escalated account concerns and coordinate timely resolutions related to orders, returns, shipment status, and logistics matters.<br>• Provide day-to-day support before and after the sale by partnering with customers and sales teams to keep account activity moving efficiently.<br>• Investigate order delays, rush requests, tracking questions, and shipping updates, and adjust order details when business needs change.<br>• Review and maintain account information in company databases, monitor key data points, and prepare reports for customers and internal stakeholders.<br>• Identify practical solutions to moderately complex service challenges to help maintain smooth account operations and customer satisfaction.<br>• Communicate with cross-functional teams including fulfillment, production, shipping, finance, technical support, and client-facing groups to resolve issues effectively.<br>• Represent the organization at trade shows and industry events as needed to support customer engagement and business objectives.