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As a Buyer, you will assist in sourcing and procuring quality goods at reasonable prices. You will ensure timely product delivery to support sales team and maintain inventory accuracy. This role is a tremendous opportunity to build your career in Supply Chain in a global manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Placing purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of products.
• Negotiating prices, terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Assisting in the development of annual purchasing plans and budgets.
• Monitoring inventory levels and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
• Maintaining positive relationships with suppliers and effectively resolving any issues that arise.
• Request quotes from vendors and place PO to receive materials when needed at the lowest cost.
• Work with Accounting and Quality Assurance to resolve invoicing receiving and quality issues as they arise.
• Work with suppliers to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Implement the instructions of the quality / environmental management representative and the occupational safety specialist.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of sourcing and purchasing materials in manufacturing environment or a related field.
• Be knowledgeable in stock replenishment routines.
• Have a keen attention to detail and ability to analyze purchasing data.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and other purchasing software
• Have solid communication skills.

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.