What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist - Medical Devices & Electronics position at BlackStar?
Job Summary: Join a leading manufacturing company in Littleton, MA, as a Buyer and play a key role in sourcing electrical components, assemblies, and specialized services for complex electromechanical systems. You'll work closely with Engineering and Production teams to ensure high-quality, compliant materials while driving cost efficiency and supplier performance.Responsibilities:Source, quote, negotiate, and issue purchase orders for electrical components, PCBs, cable/wire harnesses, subassemblies, and specialized manufacturing services.Ensure supplier compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and other regulatory standards.Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships; conduct audits, performance reviews, and improvement initiatives.Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers.Support prototype builds, part obsolescence management, and engineering change orders (ECOs).Perform cost analysis and support cost-reduction initiatives.Monitor supplier performance metrics (quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness).Expedite critical materials to maintain production schedules.Maintain purchasing documentation and support audits.Requirements:4-6 years of procurement/supply chain experience in medical device or regulated manufacturing.Experience managing procurement of electrical components and assemblies.Strong knowledge of the FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and ISO 13485.Familiarity with low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environments.ERP/MRP proficiency (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Salesforce); SRM platforms (SAP Ariba, Coupa) a plus.Expertise in supplier qualification, contract negotiation, and performance management.Benefits:Competitive pay: $35-$40/hr DOEHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time off & holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesWhy Join Us: Be part of a collaborative team in a regulated, high-tech manufacturing environment where your procurement expertise directly impacts product quality and innovation.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000