Job Title: Assistant Buyer
Location: Yonkers, NY
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Pay Rate: $25/hour
Type: 6-Month Temp-to-Hire
Position Summary
We are seeking an Assistant Buyer to support purchasing operations for a railcar manufacturing facility in Yonkers, NY. This role assists in sourcing materials, coordinating vendor communication, and ensuring timely delivery of components to support production schedules.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow in a supply chain or procurement role. Experience in manufacturing purchasing environments and ERP systems (SAP preferred) is highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
Support the procurement process by issuing Requests for Quotations (RFQs)
Collect and organize vendor responses for evaluation
Assist in negotiating pricing, delivery schedules, and terms with suppliers
Prepare comparison sheets and purchasing documentation
Maintain vendor files and scorecards
Create and update pricing and delivery tracking spreadsheets
Coordinate with QA for First Article Inspection (FAI) and PSI activities
Track delivery schedules and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time materials
Issue and monitor Purchase Orders in SAP or related ERP systems
Reconcile invoices and resolve delivery discrepancies
Manage rejected or damaged goods returns
Serve as a liaison between purchasing, production, engineering, and QA
Generate purchasing reports as needed
Qualifications
Minimum 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or related administrative support
Manufacturing or industrial environment experience preferred
Strong communication and negotiation skills
High attention to detail and strong organizational ability
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word required
Familiarity with SAP or other ERP purchasing systems preferred
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced production environment
Work Environment
This role operates in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment, supporting multiple departments and priorities. Daily interaction with engineering, production, and QA teams is required. Strong urgency, accuracy, and follow-through are critical to success.
About Top Prospect Group
Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group specializes in aligning high-quality talent with premier employers across the region. In 2023, our organization joined HW Staffing Solutions, expanding our national reach and service capabilities across engineering, technology, and professional sectors.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.
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