Purchase & Sales Specialist

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchase & Sales Specialist to support procurement and sales coordination for a semiconductor and electronic manufacturing environment in Milford, Connecticut. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience managing purchasing workflows, supplier communication, and order-related documentation in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role will help maintain efficient material flow, support internal departments, and contribute to reliable supply chain operations.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily purchasing and sales support activities to help ensure materials and orders move efficiently through the organization.

• Prepare, review, and process purchase requisitions, purchase requests, and purchase orders with accuracy and timely follow-through.

• Communicate with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams to confirm pricing, lead times, order status, and delivery schedules.

• Monitor open orders and resolve discrepancies involving quantities, documentation, shipment timing, or invoice-related issues.

• Maintain accurate purchasing records and update information within purchasing systems and Oracle Supply Chain Management tools.

• Support supply chain logistics by tracking incoming materials and helping align procurement activity with production needs.

• Work closely with the purchasing department and cross-functional stakeholders to improve coordination across procurement and sales-related processes.

• Assist with merchant services and other order administration tasks that contribute to smooth customer and supplier transactions. Requirements • 3+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement coordination, or a related supply chain role.

• Background working in an electronic manufacturing, semiconductor, or broader manufacturing company environment.

• Practical experience creating and processing purchase orders, requisitions, and related purchasing documentation.

• Familiarity with purchasing systems and supply chain management platforms, including Oracle Supply Chain Management.

• Understanding of supply chain logistics, vendor communication, and order tracking procedures.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with suppliers and internal departments.

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