Buyer I

Aston Carter•Lowell, MA

1d•$25 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer I plays a key role in the supply chain by purchasing materials and equipment, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely and accurate flow of materials to support business needs. This position plans material requirements, maintains inventory levels through an ERP system, and provides clear, data-driven updates to stakeholders. The role suits a highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys working with data and suppliers to drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

1–4 years of experience purchasing materials and equipment from suppliers, including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory items.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyze and manage procurement and inventory data.
Experience working within an ERP system to run procurement activities such as purchase order creation, scheduling, and inventory management.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple open purchase orders, priorities, and deadlines in a demanding environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with suppliers, internal planning teams, and supply chain leadership.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy in managing data, purchase orders, and supplier documentation.
Self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Solid general computer skills, including Word, Access, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Experience using Oracle or similar ERP software to support procurement and supply chain activities.
Understanding of data management and databases to support reporting, analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
Experience monitoring supplier KPIs and contributing to monthly scorecards and business reviews.
Background in supply chain, planning, or procurement functions.
Experience leading or participating in cross-functional process improvement initiatives.
Ability to identify supply chain risks and support the development of mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

Purchase materials and equipment from suppliers, including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory items.
Manage supplier relationships and track supplier performance using key performance indicators reported to senior supply chain leadership.
Provide inputs to monthly scorecards and present procurement data during quarterly business reviews.
Plan material requirements and manage inventory levels to support production and business needs.
Maintain and manage schedules in the ERP system and clearly communicate material requirements and changes to suppliers.
Identify supply chain material risks and provide transparent monitoring and reporting of material flow.
Collaborate closely with Planning to communicate supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies for end users.
Develop efficient and accurate mechanisms for monitoring and updating open purchase orders, including expedites and delivery requirements.
Assist the Global Commodity Management team with maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, addressing supply issues, and supporting new products and programs.
Resolve purchase order receiving errors and assist with invoice reconciliation to ensure timely and accurate payments.
Manage supplier returns, including creating and processing non-conformance reports, coordinating return material authorizations, and handling MRB (Material Review Board) material.
Identify opportunities for process improvement within procurement and supply chain workflows and lead cross-functional groups to implement improvements.