job summary: A Buyer is needed for a technology company that designs and manufactures connectors and sensors for several industries, such as automotive, industrial equipment, data communication systems, and more, in the Medway, MA area. This role will manage procurement processes, vendor relationships, and inventory levels to ensure cost-effective purchasing and alignment with company production and quality requirements. location: Medway, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $24 - 29 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Associates responsibilities: Responsible for purchasing materials, components, supplies, equipment, and services to meet company needs while maintaining inventory levels.Identify, evaluate, approve, and qualify vendors based on reliability and adherence to company standards.Obtain quotations, review bids, and negotiate contract terms to meet supply, quality, and cost expectations.Analyze price trends, commodity costs, and purchasing trends to recommend cost-saving proposals, including bulk purchasing and alternative sourcing.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure inventory aligns with production demand and resolve invoicing or shipment discrepancies.Develop specifications for new contracts and assist with vendor setup in procurement systems.Maintain records of purchases, contracts, invoices, and shipments, ensuring accurate documentation and tracking of orders. qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Associates skills: Purchasing / ProcurementLogisticsPlanning Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. 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.