Purchasing Specialist - CNC Machining

WE’RE HIRING – Purchasing Agent Location: Rochester, New York Full-Time | Direct Hire Industry: Aerospace / Precision Manufacturing Compensation: $30 to $35 TekPro is a direct-hire recruitment firm partnering with leading manufacturing and engineering companies across the United States. We’re currently seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to support purchasing, supplier management, and material coordination within a precision manufacturing environment. What We’re Looking For: 2–10 years of manufacturing purchasing experience Machine shop experience strongly preferred Experience purchasing raw materials, tooling, and maintenance supplies Experience managing purchase orders and expediting supplier deliveries ERP/MRP and Microsoft Office experience Strong supplier and vendor communication skills Experience coordinating outside processing/services Strong organizational, analytical, and documentation skills Ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency Excellent written and verbal communication skills Why This Opportunity Stands Out: Stable, long-term direct-hire opportunity Work in a precision manufacturing environment Play a key role in keeping production supplied and on schedule Communicate directly with suppliers, vendors, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Shipping & Receiving Manage materials, tooling, outside services, and supplier timelines Opportunity to contribute to an efficient and collaborative manufacturing team Key Responsibilities: Generate and manage purchase orders Identify and communicate with suppliers and vendors Track open orders, shipments, and delivery timelines Expedite materials and resolve supplier issues or discrepancies Order raw materials, tooling, and maintenance supplies based on shop requirements Coordinate outside processing and services with vendors, Quality, Sales, and Engineering Keep Manufacturing updated on incoming materials and potential delays Monitor supplier performance and delivery KPIs Help ensure materials and parts are available when needed for production Ideal Background: Purchasing Agent / Buyer Manufacturing Buyer Purchasing Specialist Supply Chain Specialist Machine Shop Purchasing Aerospace or precision manufacturing experience ERP/MRP purchasing experience Strong understanding of materials, suppliers, purchase orders, and production needs If you or someone you know may be interested, feel free to reach out directly! Schedule: 1st-shift, Monday–Friday schedule Apply today! Join a growing manufacturing team and build your skills in assembly and production operations.

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