Buyer Specialist - Temporary

TEMP BUYER SPECIALIST

• Shift/Hours: Monday - Friday - 8am-4:30pm
• Employment Type: Temporary - 3 months (potential for hire)
• Pay Rate: $35-$38/hr
• Location: Whippany, NJ PrideStaff is recruiting for two motivated and detail-oriented Buyer Specialists on behalf of our client, a leading distribution and logistics provider in New Jersey. This is a 6-month temporary project with the potential to convert to a permanent position based on performance and business needs. If you thrive in a fast-paced warehouse environment and have a knack for negotiation and supply chain efficiency, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Purchasing: Execute the procurement of products, materials, and services based on specific company needs.
• Supplier Management: Identify and evaluate suppliers for quality, price, reliability, and delivery performance.
• Negotiation: Manage contracts, pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to ensure the best value.
• Order Management: Create and issue purchase orders with accurate specifications and follow up on any delayed or incomplete deliveries.
• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels and plan replenishment to avoid shortages or overstock situations.
• Problem Solving: Resolve supplier issues related to quality, quantity, or delivery discrepancies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including production, sales, and finance.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate purchasing records and support cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer, Purchasing Agent, or in a similar procurement role.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing vendor relationships.
• Proficiency in inventory management and replenishment planning.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data entry.

Preferred Skills (Optional)

• Experience with vendor performance reporting and ethical sourcing compliance.
• Knowledge of import/export coordination and customs documentation.

Details

• Pay Rate: $35.00 – $40.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Duration: 6 Months (Temp-to-Hire potential)
• Schedule: Full-time

Interested? Apply today to join a team that values quality and efficiency!

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $35.00 - $38.00 Per Hour