Procurement Specialist

EPTAM Plastics•Northfield, NH

19d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

EPTAM Precision is seeking a Procurement Specialist for its Northfield, New Hampshire operation. The role primarily assists with purchasing raw materials, services, and supplies needed for production. The specialist enters and maintains purchase orders in the ERP system, monitors inventory and supplier deliveries, coordinates with internal teams and suppliers, and handles order discrepancies, quoting, supplier pricing updates, receiving issues, and supply-chain RMAs. The position also supports reporting, safe material handling, audits and inspections, and the protection of sensitive system data. The Northfield operation is EPTAM’s headquarters and part of its North American manufacturing network, serving medical technology markets in a clean, safe, and supportive work environment.

Requirements

Associate degree, preferably in Business Administration or a related field.
At least 1 year of relevant purchasing experience; equivalent combinations of education and experience are accepted, as is demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.
Internship and part-time experience are acceptable.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
No licenses, certifications, or registrations are required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, a medical device company, or another similarly regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with purchasing raw materials, services, and supplies required for production.
Enter purchase orders through the ERP system and maintain accurate records by attaching acknowledgements, tracking delivery, and expediting orders as requested.
Analyze and monitor inventory to maintain optimal levels.
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and align inventories with demand requirements.
Review back orders and communicate with purchasing, planning, and sales teams.
Expedite past-due or rush orders as required.
Work with suppliers to manage purchase order discrepancies, including incorrect costs, shortages, overages, and damages.
Update the Sales team about raw-material price increases or decreases.
Update the ERP system with current raw-material lead times.
Maintain current supplier profiles in the Global Shop VRM (Vendor Relationship Management) database.
Complete internal RFQs using designated quoting software and/or email.
Perform other purchasing tasks, including updating supplier pricing, resolving receiving issues, and processing supply-chain RMAs.
Generate reports as required or requested.
Maintain good housekeeping, follow safe work practices, and conduct oneself professionally.
Collaborate with other departments when procurement issues or questions arise.
Communicate pertinent issues and concerns regarding suppliers, raw materials, hardware, tooling, and services to the Procurement/Production Control Manager.
Handle materials, parts, and equipment properly to prevent damage and loss of finished product.
Represent the company, as required, during customer, internal, and ISO audits and FDA inspections.
Protect sensitive data handled by systems under the employee’s control.
Work appropriately with coworkers and peers and respond professionally to supervisor feedback.