Junior Buyer

Location
Peabody
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$50k – $60k

About this role

Junior Buyer

Full-Time | $50,000–$60,000 per year + Benefits

Build Your Career in Procurement & Supply Chain

Are you organized, analytical, and eager to grow your career in purchasing and supply chain? We're looking for a Junior Buyer to join our procurement team! This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career purchasing professional who enjoys working with suppliers, analyzing pricing, managing purchase orders, and collaborating across multiple departments.

If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are looking for a company that values professional development and internal growth, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Junior Buyer, you'll play an important role in supporting the purchasing process and ensuring materials and services are delivered accurately and on time.

Responsibilities include:

  • Source products, materials, and services from approved suppliers.
  • Prepare, issue, and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
  • Obtain and compare supplier quotes to identify cost-effective purchasing solutions.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and vendors.
  • Monitor outstanding orders and proactively resolve delivery issues or discrepancies.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and procurement documentation.
  • Support supplier performance reviews and contract administration activities.
  • Assist with cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
  • Partner with warehouse, operations, production, and finance teams to support business needs.
  • Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procurement procedures.
  • Provide general administrative support for the procurement team.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or administrative experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Experience using ERP or purchasing systems.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • High attention to detail with excellent accuracy.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

  • Understanding of procurement and inventory management principles.
  • Experience analyzing supplier pricing and quotations.
  • Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
  • Customer-focused mindset with the ability to collaborate across departments.
  • Desire to build a long-term career in procurement and supply chain.

What You'll Bring

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent organizational and planning skills
  • Effective communication
  • Team-oriented attitude
  • Accountability and dependability
  • Adaptability and willingness to learn
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Why Join Us?

We believe in investing in our employees and providing opportunities for long-term career growth.

We offer:

  • Competitive salary: $50,000–$60,000 annually
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Career development and training opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunities for advancement within procurement and supply chain
  • Employee wellness and recognition programs

Apply Today!

If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your procurement career with a company that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team as a Junior Buyer!

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Top Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Career development and training opportunities
  • Employee wellness and recognition programs