Buyer/Planner

We are seeking a Buyer/Planner to join our team in a rapidly growing industry, based in Linden, New Jersey. As a Buyer/Planner, your primary responsibilities will include managing vendor relationships, tracking orders, maintaining purchase records, managing inventory levels, and ensuring quality assurance throughout the production process. This role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers

• Analyze market trends and conduct research on industry suppliers

• Ensure quality assurance standards are established and maintained for purchased products

• Keep accurate records of all purchases and related expenses

• Oversee inventory levels to prevent stockouts or excess inventory

• Track orders and ensure timely delivery of all products

• Schedule and track projects, ensuring quality assurance throughout the production process

• Archive completed projects and file summary reports

• Communicate effectively with vendors and manage all invoices.

• Must possess expertise as a detail-oriented Buyer

• Strong background in production coordination is essential

• Previous experience in a foundry environment is highly desirable

• Familiarity with machine shop practices and protocols is needed