Buyer/Planner

Buyer / Planner (Contract) Location: Chelmsford, MA Pay: $30-$35/hour Duration: 6-12+ month contract We are seeking an experienced Buyer/Planner to support purchasing and inventory planning in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment. In this role, you will work closely with production control, operations, and engineering teams to ensure materials and components are sourced cost-effectively and delivered on time to support production. Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day inventory planning for assigned products and commodities Process Oracle MRP output and convert planned orders to purchase orders to support production demand Track work order shortages and expedite materials to prevent production delays Reschedule and expedite production and service material purchase orders to meet delivery targets Request supplier quotes and perform price comparisons and cost analysis Monitor purchase price variances and supplier performance Manage consignment inventory programs at vendor locations Coordinate supplier date changes and resolve delivery issues to ensure on-time material delivery Assist with disposition of non-conforming materials Communicate supplier performance metrics, including on-time delivery and quality Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required 3+ years of purchasing, planning, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment Experience with MRP systems, preferably Oracle EBS or Oracle Cloud Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables preferred) Experience with inventory management, supplier coordination, and production planning Familiarity with Lean principles and Kanban systems Experience supporting mechanical commodities in a high-tech manufacturing environment is a plus APICS CPIM or CPP certification preferred FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.