Associate Buyer - Cromwell, CT

Associate Buyer - Cromwell, CT The Associate Buyer will analyze production schedule to ensure raw material needs are met throughout the business unit. Product needs must be met in a timely and accurate manner to ensure low inventory is maintained while meeting production needs. A day in the life: Analyze business requirements and order raw materials based on requirement dates and quantities. Review and adjust raw material schedules based on changes within production and fluctuations in needs. Communicate schedule changes to planning and production in a timely manner. Assist purchasing team and engineering department in sourcing and quoting of new materials. Establish and maintain relationships with both new and existing vendors. Work closely with vendors to negotiate pricing, lead time reduction, and maintain quality. Review and react to demand provided by MRP, manual triggers, and planner communication. Work with the materials group and production to ensure that sufficient parts are on hand to meet short/long range schedules. Assist in cost savings measures and projects throughout the business unit Take initiative and ownership of materials projects to help drive a lean initiative. Actively participate in developing and implementing process improvements throughout the materials group What will help you thrive in this role? Bachelors Degree preferred Strong knowledge of ERP Systems, experience in SAP is a plus 1-2 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment Microsoft Excel skills in data analysis and presentation Possess effective communication skills Strong organization skills and attention to detail High sense of urgency, ownership, & ability to multi-task Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds

Created: 2026-03-13