job summary: Senior Buyer needed for immediate temp role in the Foxboro, MA area! Seeking a polished professional to cover for extended leave thru April 2026. Client would like an immediate start of 11/3 for at least 4 weeks of overlap for training and ramp up for this position. point of contact for the company's key customers. The right person for this role will be responsible for directly facilitating the procurement of materials and related services throughout the organization. This person will hoversee the purchasing function, collaborate closely with Materials Management, Outside Sales, Production and Planning. Requires 4+ years' experience with purchasing in a manufacturing environment and a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain or Operations Management If this sounds like you, Apply now!! Always probability for direct hire conversion for the right person! location: Franklin, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $35 - 45 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Establish strategies to improve supply chain, solve shortage issues and strengthen supplier relationshipsObtain materials, components, and equipment, as required by the production scheduleDirect and procure supplier technical and operating expertise as required to internal customerDevelop written procedures for routine protocols and keep them current for the Purchasing Department.Track progress of parts to ensure time schedules and deliveryCollaborate with Customer Service, Sales, Accounting, Production and Warehouse Required experience Related Bachelor's degree along with 4+ years purchasing in a manufacturing environmentExperience with data analysis, PO process (creating, tracking, refreshing)Track record of cost, inventory and lead time reductionExperience with an ERP system required, NetSuite/Oracle is a plusCertification in CPM, CPIM or APICS a plusProven ability to positively communicate, maintain organization and thrive in a fast paced environment qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 7 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors skills: SchedulingInstrumentationPlanningMaterialsData Analysis 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: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (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.