Buyer (Temp-to-Hire) - Join Robert Half in Menands, NY

Robert Half is proud to present an exciting Buyer opportunity in the heart of Menands, New York. This full-time, onsite temp-to-hire position offers a competitive rate of $21 per hour and the chance to work within a complex healthcare environment. As a key player in procurement, you'll support multiple departments by managing the end-to-end purchasing process. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals passionate about supply chain management, this role provides stability, growth, and the potential for permanent employment. Discover how your procurement expertise can thrive in this dynamic healthcare setting.

About the Role

Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer procures goods, services, and equipment essential for operational success across various departments. You'll handle purchase order creation, order confirmations, and discrepancy resolutions while acting as a vital liaison between internal teams and suppliers. This position demands precision, responsiveness, and a customer-service mindset, ensuring all purchases align with organizational policies, contracts, and inventory standards. In Menands, NY, this temp-to-hire role is perfect for procurement specialists seeking long-term career advancement in healthcare supply chain operations. Robert Half's expertise in staffing ensures a seamless transition and ongoing support throughout your journey.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve a blend of strategic procurement and hands-on issue resolution:

• Create and issue accurate purchase orders in the ERP system, prioritizing urgent and high-volume requests to keep operations running smoothly.
• Guarantee compliance with all purchasing policies, contract terms, preferred vendors, and inventory protocols for cost-effective sourcing.
• Secure order confirmations, document expected delivery dates, and proactively monitor open orders with timely follow-ups.
• Provide prompt updates to stakeholders on critical changes like contract lapses, pricing adjustments, renewals, or product discontinuations.
• Track incoming deliveries, partner with the Receiving team for precise system entries, and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Identify and troubleshoot purchasing challenges, including backorders, supply shortages, allocations, and discontinued products.
• Work closely with departments to source acceptable alternatives, escalating complex issues to Sourcing & Contracting or Value Analysis teams as needed.
• Foster strong relationships with internal departmental contacts to deeply understand and anticipate their operational requirements.
• Cultivate reliable supplier partnerships, staying ahead of product availability, shipping delays, and broader supply chain constraints.
• Deliver timely, professional responses to inquiries, assist with new item/vendor requests, and guide departments through supply chain best practices.
• Thoroughly review and resolve discrepancies in receiving reports and invoices, addressing quantity variances, pricing errors, shipping fees, credits, and returns.

These responsibilities highlight the Buyer's pivotal role in maintaining efficient, compliant, and responsive procurement processes in a fast-paced healthcare organization.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Buyer position, candidates should demonstrate:

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles, with healthcare exposure preferred.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems for purchase order management and inventory control.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills to handle high-volume, time-sensitive tasks.
• Superior communication skills for liaising with departments, suppliers, and management.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize urgent requests, and resolve issues independently.
• Familiarity with vendor management, contract compliance, and supply chain dynamics.
• Customer-service orientation with a proactive approach to stakeholder support.
• Temp-to-hire readiness, with a focus on accuracy, professionalism, and adaptability in a complex environment.

Robert Half seeks candidates who embody these traits to ensure seamless integration and success.

Why Join Us

Partnering with Robert Half means more than a job—it's a launchpad for your procurement career. Enjoy a supportive full-time onsite schedule in Menands, NY, with $21/hour compensation that equates to strong annual earnings based on 40-hour weeks. This temp-to-hire path offers the security of permanent placement in a reputable healthcare organization, complete with professional development opportunities. Benefit from Robert Half's renowned staffing support, industry connections, and commitment to your growth. In a role rich with supplier interactions, ERP expertise, and problem-solving, you'll build a robust skill set while contributing to vital healthcare operations. Apply now to elevate your career with Robert Half in Menands, New York—where procurement professionals find lasting success.