Purchasing Agent/Buyer

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Purchasing Agent / Buyer to join our client's team in Pittsfield, MA. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a purchasing professional who is comfortable managing the purchasing process from sourcing and supplier negotiations through purchase orders, delivery, and invoice review. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and confident negotiating pricing, terms, and lead times with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers to meet company purchasing needs
• Negotiate pricing, terms, contracts, and delivery requirements with vendors
• Obtain and analyze quotes to ensure competitive pricing
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders
• Monitor supplier lead times and follow up on outstanding orders
• Coordinate and track shipping and deliveries
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Review purchasing documentation for accuracy
• Review and reconcile vendor invoices against purchase orders and deliveries
• Resolve pricing, quantity, delivery, and invoice discrepancies
• Communicate with internal departments regarding purchasing needs and order status
• Help ensure materials and products are available when needed while managing costs

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing, buying, procurement, or related experience, 5+ years
• Strong negotiation, sourcing and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ideally knowledge of ERP software
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams

Pay

$75,000–$100,000 annual salary, depending on experience

Benefits

• Health benefits
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Work-from-home option 1 day per week after training

Schedule

On-site initially; opportunity to work from home 1 day per week once fully trained