Buyer

Cranston, RI 02910

Employment Type: Contract Industry: CLERICAL Job Number: 56602560 Pay Rate: $25 / hour Specialty: Branch: Pay Type:

Job Description

Job Title: Buyer

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to manage purchasing activities, supplier relationships, and inventory levels to support uninterrupted production operations. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and a focus on cost control and supplier performance.

Responsibilities
  • Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, components, and services
  • Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and supplier agreements
  • Create and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials
  • Track shipments and proactively resolve supply chain delays
  • Monitor inventory levels and maintain appropriate stock to support production needs
  • Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage purchasing and inventory planning
  • Analyze purchasing trends and identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance to address supplier quality issues, defective materials, and vendor returns
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
Qualifications
  • Previous purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience preferred
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational and communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Why Apply?
 Direct impact on production and business operations
 Opportunity to manage supplier relationships and cost-saving initiatives
 Collaborative environment with operations, inventory, and quality teams
 Apply today to join our team!




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Additional Information

At HW Staffing Solutions we recognize the value of our employee associates as equally as our clients. We are passionate about people and improving the lives of every associate, we do this by connecting you with great companies and great opportunities. We celebrate our awesome diversity, believe that everyone has a unique talent, and appreciate the passion and perspectives that each of us bring to the table. Discover a new way to work together with a company that is focused on offering the best opportunities, benefits and career advancement in Accounting & Finance, Office & Administrative, Light Industrial, Professional & Technical, Call Center, Food Processing and Hospitality. HW Staffing Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.

Meet Your Recruiter

Doris Baez
Branch Manager

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