Position: Supply Chain Analyst / Buyer
Industry: Robotics
Type: 8-12 months contract (high possibility of extension/conversion)
Location: Boston, MA / North Reading, MA
Day to day:
- Execute the setup of new vendors and individual items while identifying opportunities to optimize the supply base and broaden market selection.
- Maintain the product catalog by proactively updating costs, retail pricing, and technical content to ensure data integrity and margin health.
- Coordinate and manage the end-to-end logistics for New Product Introductions (NPI), collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless and timely market entry.
- Act as a primary point of contact for vendor partners, resolving complex inquiries and fostering long-term, high-value professional relationships.
- Serve as a highly trained backup for the Control Buyer and lead strategic special projects focused on process improvement and procurement efficiency.
Must haves:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of professional experience in a high-volume, global procurement or manufacturing environment.
- Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and hands-on experience navigating complex ERP systems, specifically Oracle EBS.
- Proven track record of executing procurement requirements for large-scale New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and thrive in a collegial, team-centric environment.
- High level of self-motivation with a sharp eye for detail when auditing and managing complex datasets.
Plusses:
- A foundational understanding of data management and experience using Access or basic SQL for database queries.
- While Oracle is preferred, proficiency in SAP or other Tier-1 ERP systems is a significant advantage.
- Strong familiarity with supply chain management principles, with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve logistical bottlenecks.
Salary and Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is between $22 - $25 per hour. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable).
