- Salary
- $54k – $68k
- Location
- Lyndhurst, NJ
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Entry
- Closing date
- Today
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Description
HRforGrowth® is engaged as the talent acquisition partner to conduct this search on behalf of a client organization that is hiring for this role. HRforGrowth is not the employer for this position. HRforGrowth identifies, evaluates, and presents top-tier candidates through its global talent acquisition practice; all employment decisions — including final selection, offer terms, compensation, and conditions of employment — are made solely by the hiring organization.
Location: Lyndhurst, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Setup: Onsite
Compensation: $54000.00–$68000.00/yr
Key Responsibilities
Source and evaluate products from suppliers based on quality, availability, pricing, and company requirements.
Assist with the selection and procurement of product lines to support business and customer needs.
Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and other purchasing conditions with suppliers.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and vendors.
Collaborate closely with sales and operations teams to understand customer requirements and ensure product availability.
Monitor purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers to support timely delivery of products.
Ensure purchases comply with established contracts, specifications, and company requirements.
Monitor supplier performance, pricing, lead times, and product availability.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and supplier information.
Support inventory planning and help identify potential supply shortages or purchasing needs.
Research market conditions, product availability, and supplier options to support purchasing decisions.
Apply purchasing best practices to improve efficiency, cost effectiveness, and supplier relationships.
Communicate purchasing updates, issues, and recommendations clearly to internal teams and suppliers.
Assist with resolving supplier, delivery, pricing, and product-related issues.
Participate in continuous learning and professional development related to purchasing and procurement.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated aptitude for negotiation and supplier relationship management.
Understanding of purchasing and procurement best practices.
Ability to evaluate supplier options, pricing, terms, and product availability.
Ability to collaborate effectively with sales, operations, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders.
Strong time-management and prioritization skills.
Ability to manage multiple purchasing activities and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficiency with standard business and computer applications.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, growing business environment.
Experience in purchasing, procurement, buying, supply chain, or a related field is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
$54,000 – $68,000 annual salary, based on experience and qualifications.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing packaging supply organization.
Exposure to supplier management, procurement, sales, and operations.
Opportunity to develop purchasing, negotiation, and supply chain expertise.
Additional benefits may be provided by the hiring organization and will be discussed during the interview process
About HRforGrowth: HRforGrowth is a full-service HR and talent partner built to support companies that are scaling, transforming, or navigating change. HRFG is globally recognized for delivering quality, speed, and cost-effective talent solutions across every level of the workforce. Through its global talent acquisition practice, HRforGrowth applies world class rigor and precision to identifying exceptional professional and executive talent on behalf of its clients — from temporary staffing to permanent hourly workers through to placing C-suite executives. HRforGrowth is presenting this opportunity in its capacity as the retained search partner and does not serve as the employer of record for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity: In its recruiting and search practices, HRforGrowth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. HRforGrowth evaluates and presents candidates to its clients without regard to any protected characteristic.
HRforGrowth endeavors to advise the hiring organization to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws — including those enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) — in its hiring decisions, terms of employment, and workplace practices
Our Client is a rapidly growing packaging supply distributor based in New Jersey, specializing in high-quality packaging solutions for a diverse range of customers. The organization is committed to providing reliable and efficient packaging products while continuing to expand its operations and customer base.
The Client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Buyer to support product sourcing and procurement activities. This position will play an important role in selecting and purchasing product lines, maintaining adequate inventory levels, securing competitive supplier terms, and supporting the company's continued growth.
.Location: Lyndhurst, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Setup: Onsite
Compensation: $54000.00–$68000.00/yr
Key Responsibilities
Source and evaluate products from suppliers based on quality, availability, pricing, and company requirements.
Assist with the selection and procurement of product lines to support business and customer needs.
Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and other purchasing conditions with suppliers.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and vendors.
Collaborate closely with sales and operations teams to understand customer requirements and ensure product availability.
Monitor purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers to support timely delivery of products.
Ensure purchases comply with established contracts, specifications, and company requirements.
Monitor supplier performance, pricing, lead times, and product availability.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and supplier information.
Support inventory planning and help identify potential supply shortages or purchasing needs.
Research market conditions, product availability, and supplier options to support purchasing decisions.
Apply purchasing best practices to improve efficiency, cost effectiveness, and supplier relationships.
Communicate purchasing updates, issues, and recommendations clearly to internal teams and suppliers.
Assist with resolving supplier, delivery, pricing, and product-related issues.
Participate in continuous learning and professional development related to purchasing and procurement.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated aptitude for negotiation and supplier relationship management.
Understanding of purchasing and procurement best practices.
Ability to evaluate supplier options, pricing, terms, and product availability.
Ability to collaborate effectively with sales, operations, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders.
Strong time-management and prioritization skills.
Ability to manage multiple purchasing activities and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficiency with standard business and computer applications.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, growing business environment.
Experience in purchasing, procurement, buying, supply chain, or a related field is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
$54,000 – $68,000 annual salary, based on experience and qualifications.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing packaging supply organization.
Exposure to supplier management, procurement, sales, and operations.
Opportunity to develop purchasing, negotiation, and supply chain expertise.
Additional benefits may be provided by the hiring organization and will be discussed during the interview process
About HRforGrowth: HRforGrowth is a full-service HR and talent partner built to support companies that are scaling, transforming, or navigating change. HRFG is globally recognized for delivering quality, speed, and cost-effective talent solutions across every level of the workforce. Through its global talent acquisition practice, HRforGrowth applies world class rigor and precision to identifying exceptional professional and executive talent on behalf of its clients — from temporary staffing to permanent hourly workers through to placing C-suite executives. HRforGrowth is presenting this opportunity in its capacity as the retained search partner and does not serve as the employer of record for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity: In its recruiting and search practices, HRforGrowth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. HRforGrowth evaluates and presents candidates to its clients without regard to any protected characteristic.
HRforGrowth endeavors to advise the hiring organization to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws — including those enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) — in its hiring decisions, terms of employment, and workplace practices
Skills
ProcurementNegotiation
