Top 42 Purchasing occupations Jobs in Schenectady, Ny

Purchasing Planner
Espey Manufacturing & Electronics Corp. —Saratoga Springs, NY
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- ERP systems
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Machine Shop Purchasing & CAD Coordinator
Cardish Machine Works Inc —Watervliet, NY
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
- Data entry
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Procurement Specialist I
New York State Assembly Majority —Albany, NY
- From $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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11d
Sourcing Specialist - Coupa & Concur
Lorien —New York State
- $48 - $52 an hour
- Contract
- Remote
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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10d
Sourcing Specialist - Coupa & Concur
Lorien —New York State
- $48 - $52 an hour
- Contract
- Remote
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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10d
Assistant Purchasing Agent/Purchasing Agent Trainee (NY HELPS), Central Office;
State of New York - Mental Health, Office of —Albany, NY
- $50,844 - $68,630 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Adults
- Mid-level
9d
Purchasing Agent, CFO-825/01579
State of New York - Education Department, State —Albany, NY
- $66,951 - $85,138 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Doctoral degree
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
3d
Operational Planner/Buyer - Latham, NY
Philips —Latham, NY
- $63,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Employee stock purchase plan
Project Control Specialist- Facilities
GE Vernova —Niskayuna, NY
- $72,700 - $121,100 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
2d
Research Procurement Manager (R26-33)
Research Foundation for SUNY —Albany, NY
- $88,000 - $100,000 a year
- Customer service
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
MRO Site Sourcing Leader
GE Vernova —Schenectady, NY
- $94,600 - $157,700 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Purchasing Agent
EMPIRE OFFICE INC —Albany, NY
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
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Office Assistant 2 (Calc) (NY HELPS) - 11403
State of New York - Health, Department of —Albany, NY
- $42,641 - $52,413 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
2d
IT Procurement Specialist
Pat N Sally Inc —Albany, NY
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Contracts
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11d
Purchasing Assistant
BradyPLUS —Amsterdam, NY
- $22.12 - $27.40 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Director of SUNY Procurement - Commodities
The State University of New York (SUNY) —Albany, NY
- $110,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Office
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Purchasing Administrative Assistant
Curtis Lumber Co Inc. —Ballston Spa, NY
- $27 - $30 an hour
- Email
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
Buyer/Sr. Buyer - Manufacturing (Direct Materials)
Atlas Copco Group —Voorheesville, NY
- $69,000 - $94,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
Sr. Supply Chain Planner
BEECH-NUT NUTRITION COMPANY —Amsterdam, NY
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Buyer II
Curia —Rensselaer, NY
- $60,000 - $75,400 a year
- Online Application
- English
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid training
- Paid holidays

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Purchasing Planner

Espey Manufacturing & Electronics Corp. -
Saratoga Springs, NY

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Job Details

$50,000 - $55,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee stock ownership plan
Life insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

Computer operation
Phone communication
Manufacturing facility experience
Desktop applications
Productivity software
Manufacturing company experience

Full Job Description

Job Title: Purchasing Planner
Pay Range: $50,000 - $55,000 per year

About Espey

Come join us at Espey, where we're shaping the future. As industry leaders in manufacturing high-quality power conversion solutions, we specialize in serving mission-critical military and rugged industrial sectors operating in the world's most demanding environments. With more than 90 years of innovation and excellence, Espey designs and manufactures power supplies and transformers that support the safety and success of military personnel and industrial operations worldwide.

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY, Espey offers a collaborative environment where employees make a meaningful impact while enjoying a four-day work week, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

About the Role

Espey is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Purchasing Planner to plan and execute the purchase of raw materials, components, and finished goods, ensuring inventory levels align with production schedules and customer demands. This position plays a critical role in ensuring raw materials are procured in accordance with customer specifications, military standards, and regulatory requirements while maintaining inventory accuracy and supporting on-time delivery in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is organized, safety-conscious, and experienced in purchasing, procurement, supplier management, quoting, cost estimating, and logistics within a manufacturing environment. This individual thrives in a fast-paced setting and is committed to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Procurement

Verify specifications and material requirements for purchase requests.
Review inventory levels to determine material availability and purchasing requirements.
Solicit quotations from qualified suppliers for raw materials, components, and outside services.
Expedite supplier quotations and purchase orders to support proposal deadlines, production schedules, and customer delivery requirements.
Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and evaluate supplier pricing, lead times, and technical compliance.
Develop material cost estimates and budgetary pricing when supplier quotations cannot be obtained within the required timeframe.
Compile and roll up material, purchased component, and outside service costs into complete finished product cost estimates for management review and proposal submission.
Create, process, and administer purchase orders while ensuring compliance with company policies and customer requirements.
Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions, technical requirements, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
Solicit, negotiate, award, and administer fixed-price procurements.
Monitor supplier performance, expedite late deliveries, and resolve purchasing and supplier issues.
Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and approve invoices for payment.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier documentation, pricing history, and procurement files.

Supplier & Inventory Management

Coordinate with inventory, warehouse, production, engineering, and project management teams to ensure material availability and support production schedules.
Monitor inventory levels and replenishment requirements to maintain material availability while minimizing excess inventory.
Maintain positive vendor relationships while ensuring supplier compliance with company quality, delivery, and contractual requirements.
Analyze purchasing costs and supplier performance to support budgeting, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Ensure purchased materials meet customer specifications, military standards, and company quality requirements.
Support compliance with AS9100, customer-specific requirements, and company purchasing procedures.
Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable contractual, regulatory, and export control requirements.
Recommend and implement process improvements that increase purchasing efficiency and operational effectiveness.
Advise the Purchasing Director and Project Management on supplier performance, procurement strategies, project budgets, and vendor management activities.
Support continuous improvement initiatives designed to enhance procurement processes, supplier performance, delivery performance, and cost savings.

Required Qualifications

Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of three (3) years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects and meet critical deadlines.
Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
Knowledge of the electronic and electrical manufacturing industry is a plus.
Experience working in defense, aerospace, or military manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, military quality standards, and government procurement requirements.
Experience preparing supplier quotations, cost estimates, and proposal support documentation.
Knowledge of ERP systems, MRP planning, and inventory management processes.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the workday.
Ability to frequently lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.

Work Environment

Manufacturing and office environment with regular interaction between production, engineering, quality, purchasing, warehouse, logistics, and project management teams.
Frequent movement between office, warehouse, and production areas.
Moderate noise levels typical of a manufacturing facility.
Collaborative, safety-focused, and quality-driven work environment.

What We Offer

Pay Range: $50,000 - $55,000 per year
Four-Day Work Week
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Professional Development Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Espey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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purchasing occupations jobs in schenectady, ny

Purchasing Planner

Machine Shop Purchasing & CAD Coordinator

Procurement Specialist I

Sourcing Specialist - Coupa & Concur

Sourcing Specialist - Coupa & Concur

Assistant Purchasing Agent/Purchasing Agent Trainee (NY HELPS), Central Office;

Purchasing Agent, CFO-825/01579

Operational Planner/Buyer - Latham, NY

Project Control Specialist- Facilities

Research Procurement Manager (R26-33)

MRO Site Sourcing Leader

Purchasing Agent

Office Assistant 2 (Calc) (NY HELPS) - 11403

IT Procurement Specialist

Purchasing Assistant

Director of SUNY Procurement - Commodities

Purchasing Administrative Assistant

Buyer/Sr. Buyer - Manufacturing (Direct Materials)

Sr. Supply Chain Planner

Buyer II