What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer-Manufacturing position at Cartamundi?
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Buyer to join our team. The Buyer plays a key role in supporting East Longmeadow operations by efficiently procuring materials, equipment, and services. This position ensures cost-effective purchasing aligned with company protocols and operational requirements.
What you’ll do as a Buyer:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams develop, evaluate and maintain a reliable, competitive and economical supply chain assuring continuity of a consistent and reliable supply of materials, parts and services in support of manufacturing operations.
- Primary Site representative responsible to generate and distribute bid packages for the purpose of obtaining quotations to identify and establish an appropriate source of supply, negotiating specifications, price, service, delivery, quality performance and other pertinent factors.
- Perform independent analysis validating demand accuracy, determining economical/optimal order quantity, determine appropriate order modifiers/lot sizing, order release strategies and capacity planning to assure volume and schedule adherence targets are met or exceeded.
- Independently prepare material purchase price variance projections.
- Understand, track and monitor key cost drivers/market factors for assigned responsibilities and prepare market updates as required.
- Perform independent analysis on capabilities of prospective new suppliers and coordinate all facets of required due diligence for purposes of new supplier qualification.
- Independently facilitate resolution of Receiving and Accounts Payable issues.
We’re looking for a Buyer with:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or 5 years relevant work experience
- 3 years' experience in a Buyer or similar role within a manufacturing facility
- Strong knowledge of Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) principles.
- Proficiency in using ERP systems such as SAP ERP or Oracle EBS.
- Lean, six sigma, knowledge
- Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract management.
- Ability to analyze data and make informed purchasing decisions.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.
- Detail-oriented mindset with exceptional organizational skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
Physical requirements and working conditions:
Our manufacturing Plant is comprised of enclosed office and manufacturing space. This position requires:
- Communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others
- Ability to perform sedentary work on various computer systems
- This Buyer position is located on-site in our East Longmeadow facility
Benefits a Buyer Can Expect from Cartamundi:
- Competitive pay
- Climate controlled facility
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
- HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
- Life insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more
Physical requirements and working conditions:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- East Longmeadow, MA 01028: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000
