Premier Global Links LLC is seeking an experienced Buyer
to manage purchasing, material coordination, inventory, and production scheduling for an electrical/electronic manufacturing operation.
This role is responsible for ensuring materials are available when needed, maintaining appropriate inventory levels, coordinating with domestic and international suppliers, and supporting production schedules. The position works closely with procurement, production, logistics, and distributors to maintain reliable material flow and on-time delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Manage purchasing activities for raw materials, components, and production supplies.
Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, forecasts, and material availability.
Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock to prevent shortages and excess inventory.
Use ERP/MRP systems to manage purchase orders, inventory records, and production requirements.
Coordinate material availability, lead times, and delivery schedules with suppliers and production teams.
Work with suppliers in the U.S. and China to support timely purchasing and delivery.
Coordinate shipping requirements, including air freight and container shipments.
Monitor production progress and adjust schedules for downtime, maintenance, or changing demand.
Work with distributors and internal teams to resolve material and scheduling issues.
Analyze purchasing and production data using Microsoft Excel and SQL.
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency, inventory control, and on-time delivery.
Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier, inventory, and scheduling records.
Required Qualifications
3–5 years of experience in purchasing, buying, procurement, or material planning.
Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems, such as SAP or Oracle.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and SQL.
Experience with purchasing and production scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
Understanding of supplier lead times, payments, shipping, and material requirements.
Experience working with distributors and domestic/international suppliers.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to independently manage purchasing and scheduling responsibilities.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $60,000–$70,000 per year
Eligible for company bonus programs
Bonus payouts expected in February/March 2027
Additional company benefits may be available based on eligibility.
Work Environment
This is a key purchasing and production-support position within a 12-person electrical/electronic manufacturing organization. The Buyer will independently manage day-to-day purchasing and scheduling activities while collaborating closely with production and other internal functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Premier Global Links LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Prospect, Connecticut
Website
https://premierglinks.com/
Skills
Air Cargounmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Demand Forecasting/Planningunmatched
Distribution Channelunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Electricityunmatched
Electronics Manufacturingunmatched
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)unmatched
Inventory Levelsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Inventory Reportsunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
Materials Managementunmatched
Materials Planningunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Oracleunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Procurement Managementunmatched
Product Shipmentsunmatched
Production Controlunmatched
Production Scheduleunmatched
Production Supportunmatched
Purchase Ordersunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
SAPunmatched
SQL (Structured Query Language)unmatched
Schedule Developmentunmatched
Shipping Requirementsunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Planningunmatched
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