Job Description
The Panther Group is looking for a Buyer for a growing manufacturing organization in the Franklin, MA area.
The Buyer will support both distribution and manufacturing purchasing activities. This role is responsible for procuring materials, components, and indirect supplies to support operational demands while maintaining optimal inventory levels, supplier relationships, quality standards, and cost objectives. The ideal candidate will have 0-2 years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment and possess strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing & Procurement
Supplier Management
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Pay up to $30 per hour DOE
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The Buyer will support both distribution and manufacturing purchasing activities. This role is responsible for procuring materials, components, and indirect supplies to support operational demands while maintaining optimal inventory levels, supplier relationships, quality standards, and cost objectives. The ideal candidate will have 0-2 years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment and possess strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing & Procurement
- Purchase production materials, inventory items, and supplies to support manufacturing and distribution operations.
- Manage purchase orders from creation through delivery confirmation.
- Monitor inventory levels and demand requirements to ensure continuity of supply.
- Expedite critical orders and resolve supplier delivery issues proactively.
- Support sourcing activities including quote requests, pricing analysis, and supplier selection.
- Maintain accurate purchasing data, supplier records, and item information within the ERP system.
- Review MRP recommendations and execute purchasing activities accordingly.
- Partner with internal stakeholders including Operations, Engineering, Production, Warehouse, and Customer Service to support business needs.
Supplier Management
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Monitor supplier performance related to quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
- Coordinate resolution of supplier quality or shipment discrepancies.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred.
- 0-2 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment.
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems required.
- Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- High attention to detail and sense of urgency.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in industrial automation, manufacturing, or technical product environments.
- Familiarity with inventory planning and forecasting concepts.
- Exposure to supplier negotiations and vendor management.
- APICS or supply chain certifications are a plus.
Pay up to $30 per hour DOE
#ZRPROF
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Franklin, MA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $30 |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Year Founded | 1992 |
| Website | http://thepanthergrp.com |
About Company
The Panther Group is minority owned and certified, making diversity, equity and inclusion core components of our mission.
With our commitment to respecting and empowering our employees as individuals, diversity is a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
The Panther Group has a proven track record of connecting quality talent with the right position. We believe in a hands-on approach, with a focus on building lasting relationships with our Employees and our Clients. Our Employees find flexibility and growth to reach their career goals.
The Panther Group celebrates 25 years of recruitment and workforce solutions expertise.
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