Job Title: Buyer/Planner

Location: Devens, Massachusetts 01434

Duration: 12 Months

Position Summary:

This position will manage procure to pay transactions utilizing SAP Planning (MRP) and Procurement modules to support manufacturing operations, ARIBA to resolve accounts payable invoice issues, and other business systems (Microsoft Suite, etc.) while abiding by SOP’s and regulatory requirements.

This role will collaborate closely with other professionals in Procurement, Supply Planning, Warehousing, Manufacturing Operations, etc. and maintain professional and positive relationships with internal stakeholders and direct material suppliers.

This role requires strong attention to detail, an excellent work ethic, the ability to prioritize and great communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• This position must comply with all Security guidelines, Environmental, Health and Safety regulations, and the current Good Manufacturing Practices required by the job function.

• Create Purchase Requisition and Purchase Orders using SAP. Manages Procure-2-Pay program including order confirmations, change requests, material master updates, expedites and RMA’s.

• Prepare and lead Open Order calls w/material suppliers, negotiate delivery schedules as production needs require and/or escalate supply constraints to Site Procurement and Category Managers when necessary.

• Monitor and action SAP Exception messages to support production schedules.

• Collaborates with Supply Chain Planning stakeholders to understand and analyze consumption of materials, monitor deliveries with suppliers for deliveries arriving close to need by dates and expedite as required.

• Investigates, resolves and records problems such as invoice discrepancies, damages, over shipments, etc.

• Ensures pricing, quantity and compliance information related to preferred supplier/vendor and communicates with suppliers and site personnel as needed.

• Communicates changes in delivery, pricing etc. to end user or as required working with suppliers, supply chain to ensuring data accuracy in SAP and responsible for constant monitoring and governance.

• Answer stakeholder inquiries including order status, supplier capabilities, SAP data (invoice or A/P), etc.

• Manages accurate reporting of Key Performance Indicator’s (KPI’s) for supplier performance and compliance to contracted terms.

• Maintains timely control of documents and data to assure accurate retention of records and audit compliance and governance.

• Identifies opportunities for efficiency improvements in the utilization of SAP and participates in continuous improvement projects at the site.

• Attends appropriate forums to conduct business with various stakeholders both remote and onsite.

The ideal candidate is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events and has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks. Additionally, the ideal candidate demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness consistently. The ideal candidate is committed to continuous improvement and actively seeks out ways to improve quality in work process and data integrity.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent work experience required.

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in Procurement, Supply Chain and/or Planning, CPM/CPIM/CPSM preferred.

• Possess exceptional communication skills and be able to communicate to multiple levels within the company and at suppliers.

• The ideal candidate is highly experienced in SAP Planning, Inventory and Procurement modules. Proficiency in other ERP systems may be acceptable.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Proven skills such as developing relationships with suppliers, expediting, prioritizing and negotiating deliveries, analyzing and reporting on supplier performance.

• Prior cGMP experience in biopharmaceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and/or medical device industry is highly preferred. Comparable controlled industries may be acceptable.

• Positive, collaborative approach to problem-solving. Demonstrated success working in a team environment.

• Thrives working in a fast-paced environment and proven ability to manage multiple projects/tasks effectively.

• Analytical, Adaptable, Flexible, Dedicated, Passionate, Accountable and Driven to Achieve Results.

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at:

Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.

California Applicant Notice: SPECTRAFORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.

LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.

At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $38.00/hr.