Junior Buyer

Job Title: Buyer Job Description

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, products, and services to meet organizational requirements while ensuring cost efficiency, quality standards, and timely delivery. This role involves managing supplier relationships and collaborating with internal teams to support production and operational goals. The Buyer will also monitor inventory levels, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maintain compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing activities for site requirements, including raw materials, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations), and indirect goods/services.
• Prepare, enter, transmit, and maintain purchase orders with vendors for assigned materials.
• Review confirmations prior to material receipts.
• Monitor inventory levels for assigned materials daily and assess inventory levels relative to inbound shipments.
• Make adjustments as needed to ensure a timely flow of material into the plant while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, and finance teams to align purchasing with business needs.
• Support inventory management and optimize stock levels.

Essential Skills

• Experience in purchasing, purchase orders, and supply chain management.
• Proficiency in SAP and ERP systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience in buying and procurement.
• Familiarity with MRP and data entry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience in purchasing or procurement.
• 1 to 3 years of experience using ERP systems, particularly SAP.

Work Environment

Located in Schenectady, NY, this role operates in a business casual dress code environment. The work schedule is Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. This is a 3 to 6 month contract opportunity with the potential for extension, including accrued sick time through NYS. The company has recently been acquired by a growing international manufacturer.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Schenectady, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Schenectady,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

About Actalent

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