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Description We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a meticulous Buyer in the industry located in Milford, Connecticut, United States. The role involves managing system data parameters, handling purchase and transfer orders, and maintaining supplier relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily review, analysis, and execution of purchase and transfer orders to address system and customer demand. • Maintain and update system data parameters, including min/max levels, to ensure fill rate objectives are achieved. • Utilize advanced demand planning software solutions for determining demand and supply. • Respond promptly to requests for price, availability, and product information. • Ensure cost and pricing accuracy, meeting margin objectives. • Manage inventory, minimizing slow-moving products, and assist in the disposition of dead stock. • Negotiate cost, payment, and shipment terms across buying categories. • Leverage supplier promotional opportunities and best cost buy configuration. • Re-source problem suppliers as needed while maintaining positive supplier relationships. • Source new suppliers and products as required, and negotiate off-sheet pricing for large volume and project buys. • Resolve all receiving and invoice discrepancies promptly. • Provide timely and thorough updates to sales, including alternative items when stock is delayed. • Contribute to process improvement by providing input and recommendations. Requirements • A minimum of 2 years of experience in a buyer role or similar position.

• Proficiency in ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning and ERP Solutions.

• Familiarity with Accounting Functions and Buying Processes.

• Excellent Communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with NetSuite will be considered a plus.

• Experience in working with Suppliers and understanding Contract Pricing.

• Ability to Negotiate Pricing effectively.

• Must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the role of a Buyer in a business setting.

• Must possess a high level of detail oriented integrity and a strong work ethic.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work.

• Strong decision-making skills and ability to work under pressure.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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