Junior Buyer
Work Location: 55 Page Park Drive, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Division/Department: Operations
Reports to: Materials Manager
? Full-time
? Part-time
? Exempt
? Nonexempt
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Purchase raw or semi-finished materials for manufacturing as well as machinery, equipment, tools,
parts, supplies, or services necessary to support all aspects of the Company. The Buyer procures
parts, equipment, and materials by developing sources of supply and monitoring supplier
performance.
Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct
amounts.
Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and
services.
Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support,
availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier's reputation
and history.
Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine
reasonable prices.
Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations.
Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and
determine corrective action.
Evaluate and monitor general vendor performance as well as adherence to contractual obligations
to ensure compliance and determine need for changes.
Process work orders in ERP System, including issuing of inventory as applicable.
Work with Production, Planning, Engineering and Quality to resolve part shortages and
non-conformities
Select, develop, and maintain a competent supplier/rep partnership base/network.
Resolve poor product quality issues, delivery issues, set up returned authorizations, invoice
discrepancies and expedite orders as needed.
Maintain optimum levels of inventory
.
Manage transportation of goods into multiple manufacturing locations.
Communicating lead times, delays, exceptions, freight costs, delivery options, and order
confirmation to sales and management teams
Authorize invoices for payment
Other Tasks as assigned by Management team
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Associate degree is not required, but preferred
Must be proficient in Word and Excel
3+ years or similar experience in a Purchasing/Manufacturing environment preferred
Must be able to work in a team environment
Strong computer and communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Previous experience with ERP Systems preferred but not required
Flexibility to work overtime as needed
Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast paced environment
Other Requirements:
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.
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Contact Name: KEN DWYER Type: Employer Company: MARCO BOARD HOUSE Web Site: https:// [email protected] A SMALL, 3 SITE ELECTRONICS COMPANY BASED IN NJ AND NY. MILITARY AND CIVILAIN CUSTOMER BASE.
Work Location: 55 Page Park Drive, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Division/Department: Operations
Reports to: Materials Manager
? Full-time
? Part-time
? Exempt
? Nonexempt
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Purchase raw or semi-finished materials for manufacturing as well as machinery, equipment, tools,
parts, supplies, or services necessary to support all aspects of the Company. The Buyer procures
parts, equipment, and materials by developing sources of supply and monitoring supplier
performance.
Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct
amounts.
Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and
services.
Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support,
availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier's reputation
and history.
Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine
reasonable prices.
Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations.
Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and
determine corrective action.
Evaluate and monitor general vendor performance as well as adherence to contractual obligations
to ensure compliance and determine need for changes.
Process work orders in ERP System, including issuing of inventory as applicable.
Work with Production, Planning, Engineering and Quality to resolve part shortages and
non-conformities
Select, develop, and maintain a competent supplier/rep partnership base/network.
Resolve poor product quality issues, delivery issues, set up returned authorizations, invoice
discrepancies and expedite orders as needed.
Maintain optimum levels of inventory
.
Manage transportation of goods into multiple manufacturing locations.
Communicating lead times, delays, exceptions, freight costs, delivery options, and order
confirmation to sales and management teams
Authorize invoices for payment
Other Tasks as assigned by Management team
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Associate degree is not required, but preferred
Must be proficient in Word and Excel
3+ years or similar experience in a Purchasing/Manufacturing environment preferred
Must be able to work in a team environment
Strong computer and communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Previous experience with ERP Systems preferred but not required
Flexibility to work overtime as needed
Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast paced environment
Other Requirements:
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.
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Contact Name: KEN DWYER Type: Employer Company: MARCO BOARD HOUSE Web Site: https:// [email protected] A SMALL, 3 SITE ELECTRONICS COMPANY BASED IN NJ AND NY. MILITARY AND CIVILAIN CUSTOMER BASE.
Job ID: 518486885
Originally Posted on: 4/23/2026
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