Professional Buyer - Indirect Materials

Central Wire•Pomfret, CT

1d•$62,000 - $77,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Professional Buyer – Indirect Materials is responsible for executing day-to-day procurement activities for maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies and other indirect materials in support of manufacturing operations. This role ensures timely availability of materials, adherence to procurement processes, cost control, and accurate system transactions across ERP and related systems. Working under the direction of a Purchasing Professional, this position supports plant uptime and operational continuity by managing purchase orders, coordinating with vendors, maintaining inventory levels, and partnering closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations.

Requirements

2–5+ years of experience in Purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles in a manufacturing environment
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., D365 or similar)
Experience with Purchase order management and vendor coordination
Experience with Inventory or materials management processes

Nice To Haves

Exposure to MRO or indirect materials procurement
Familiarity with CMMS or maintenance planning environments
Basic technical understanding of industrial supplies or components
APICS/ASCM coursework or certification (in progress or completed)

Responsibilities

Execute purchase orders for MRO and indirect materials, ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantity, and delivery timelines
Maintain appropriate inventory levels for assigned commodities through min/max monitoring and replenishment activities
Support storeroom operations, including receiving coordination, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy initiatives
Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations to ensure timely fulfillment of work order material requirements
Expedite critical orders and resolve supply disruptions, backorders, and vendor issues
Maintain accurate records in ERP, CMMS, and/or QMS systems, including item master data and supplier information
Participate in vendor coordination activities, including quote requests, lead time tracking, and performance follow-up
Identify opportunities for cost savings, vendor consolidation, and process improvements
Support implementation and adherence to standardized MRO procurement processes and controls
Assist with obsolescence management and inventory reduction initiatives
Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, audit requirements, and internal controls