Buyer

Adecco is recruiting for a Buyer for a client in Syracuse, NY. Title: Buyer - Purchasing Department (Long-Term Temporary Contract) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Pay: $25/hour Position Overview: We are seeking a Buyer to join our Purchasing Department on a long-term temporary contract. The Buyer will manage procurement of materials and services to support manufacturing operations, ensuring timely delivery, cost control, and strong supplier performance. Responsibilities: Process and manage purchase orders for raw materials, components, and supplies Coordinate with Production and Planning to support manufacturing schedules Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, lead times, and delivery Expedite orders and resolve purchasing issues (shortages, late deliveries, invoice discrepancies) Maintain accurate purchasing records in ERP/MRP systems Support supplier evaluations and cost-saving initiatives Qualifications: Previous experience in Purchasing, Buying, or Procurement Manufacturing or industrial experience preferred ERP/MRP system experience (SAP preferred) Intermediate Excel skills Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities Preferred Qualifications: Experience purchasing manufacturing materials or services Knowledge of inventory management and production planning Ability to analyze purchasing data and vendor performance Why Apply: Long-term temporary contract with competitive pay Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Opportunity to gain manufacturing and procurement experience Pay Details: $25.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Created: 2026-03-05