Senior Buyer

Werfen • Bedford, MA

8d • $100,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Senior Buyer purchases supplies and materials on optimal terms to meet company goals while following relevant standard operating procedures. Using the company’s ERP system output, the role interprets demand and ensures appropriate order coverage for assigned materials. The Senior Buyer identifies alternative sources of supply, prepares requests for quotation, conducts supplier surveillance, and manages supplier relationships through regular contact, which may include teleconferences, site visits, and periodic formal reviews. The role also maintains accurate purchasing-system data and assists management with other supply issues as needed.

The position ensures purchasing activities and records conform to applicable procedures and supports continuity of supply by coordinating with suppliers and internal teams. It serves as the principal interface with Accounts Payable and Inventory Control for resolving invoice errors and payment delays.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree with a minimum of ten years of related experience, or equivalent.
• Thorough understanding of traditional planning systems and continuous replenishment systems, including Kanban, consignment inventory, and vendor-managed inventory.
• Demonstrated knowledge of concepts related to the legal aspects of purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Follow applicable SOPs governing purchase order issuance, modification, receipt, and returns to vendors.
• Ensure material requirements for assigned items are covered by purchase orders, contracts, or supply agreements with approved suppliers.
• Review system output periodically and issue new purchase orders or revise existing orders for assigned items.
• Place and revise orders, and maintain related system, company, and quality records.
• Communicate promptly with suppliers about pricing, quality, and delivery requirements to minimize supply-chain interruptions.
• Document supplier non-conformances and inform department management of supplier issues that could interrupt supply or adversely affect company financial performance.
• Serve as the principal interface with Accounts Payable and Inventory Control to resolve invoice errors and payment delays.
• Identify new and alternative supply sources, prepare RFQs, and perform supplier surveillance.
• Manage supplier sources through regular contact, including possible teleconferences, site visits, and periodic formal reviews.
• Maintain purchasing systems to ensure accurate data.
• Assist management with other supply issues as required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Performance-based bonus eligibility for management and select professional roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior