Buyer

Vaco Recruiter Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected non-profit organization is seeking an experienced Buyer in Chatsworth, CA. This temporary, full-time on-site position involves managing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring accurate documentation. Candidates should have 3–5 years of buying experience in a high-volume environment and possess excellent negotiation and communication skills. An HS Diploma is required, while higher education is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of purchasing or buying experience in a high-volume, large-spend environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in internet-based research and procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders from start to finish.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Track deliveries and handle returns or order issues.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Purchasing experience

Education

HS Diploma

AA or Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Title: Buyer
Location: Chatsworth, CA (On-Site)
Pay Rate: $25–$26/hour
Employment Type: Temporary

We are recruiting on behalf of a respected non-profit organization seeking an experienced Buyer to support their procurement team during a period of increased workload. This temporary, full-time, on-site position is based in Chatsworth, CA, and is ideal for a skilled buyer with experience managing high-volume, large-spend purchasing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage purchase orders from start to finish
• Work with vendors and internal departments to meet purchasing needs
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers
• Track deliveries and handle returns or order issues
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation
• Resolve invoice or delivery discrepancies

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of purchasing or buying experience in a high-volume, large-spend environment
• HS Diploma required, AA or Bachelors Degree highly preferred
• Prior experience in the non-profit sector is preferred but not required
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficient in internet-based research and procurement systems