Buyer

We are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to join our team. This role is focused on managing purchase orders from creation to delivery, ensuring timely procurement of materials and services to support production and daily operations. Initial training will take place at our Peabody, MA location for up to several weeks, with all travel and lodging expenses covered. This hands-on training ensures full understanding of systems, processes, and supplier relationships before transitioning to the home location.

Core Responsibilities:

• Create, issue, and maintain purchase orders in Epicor ERP system
• Monitor order status and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
• Communicate with vendors regarding order confirmations, lead times, pricing, and delivery schedules
• Resolve issues related to delays, pricing discrepancies, or quality concerns
• Coordinate with internal departments (planning, production, inventory, and accounting) to align purchasing activity with operational needs
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchasing records and supplier information
• Support cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for improved pricing or alternative sourcing
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and documentation standards company policy.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in a purchasing role
• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Requires ability to function as a team player with all departments. Requires good analytical skills and effective business writing skills; knowledge and skill using various computer software applications, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and perform tasks under pressure, ability to prioritize, organize and solve problems, and complete tasks independently, ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively in a team environment with a wide variety of people, including suppliers, customers, and members of management..