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Steven Engineering, Inc.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Steven Engineering, Inc. is seeking a (S) Purchasing Representative in California. The role supports Managers, Analysts, and Buyers in purchasing goods, assets, and services while ensuring inventories are stocked.

The position involves researching vendors, cost-benefit analysis, and ongoing monitoring of market trends. Typical duties include attending vendor meetings, preparing purchasing documents, verifying requests, and maintaining spending records for finance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Sits in on meetings with vendors, takes meeting notes, and provides supplemental comments as the Buyer leads the negotiation process.
• Verifies specifications of purchase requests, prepares purchase orders, places orders to vendors, and completes the corresponding paperwork.
• Acquires the orders, examines the goods and other materials, and returns any damaged material to the vendor.
• Prepares and maintains purchasing and payment records, keeps receipts for future reference, and provides accurate spending figures to the Finance Department.
• Monitors the market trends and advises management on proper pricing strategy.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title:

(S) Purchasing Representative

Overview:

• Performs analytical, operational, and administrative tasks in support of Managers, Analysts, and Buyers involved in the purchase or acquisition of goods, assets, processes, patents, copyrights, or possession of other services.
• Monitors employer’s inventory and ensures stores or warehouses are fully stocked.
• Conducts detailed research for the buyers to enable them to make good decisions, assesses market trends, and conducts cost-benefit analysis of potential vendors.

Typical Functions:

• Sits in on meetings with vendors, takes meeting notes, and provides supplemental comments as the Buyer leads the negotiation process.
• Verifies specifications of purchase requests, prepares purchase orders, places orders to vendors, and completes the corresponding paperwork.
• Acquires the orders, examines the goods and other materials, and returns any damaged material to the vendor.
• Prepares and maintains purchasing and payment records, keeps receipts for future reference, and provides accurate spending figures to the Finance Department.
• Monitors the market trends and advises management on proper pricing strategy.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

Shift and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Compensation Details:

The expected starting rate of pay for this position is $30.00 per hour, with compensation subject to increase based on experience.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals occupying
this position of employment. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skill required of all individuals assigned to this job title. Management reserves the right to modify all or part of this
job description at its discretion in order to meet location requirements, staffing levels, and/or any other needs of the
business. All of the essential functions of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or equivalent
state law, may not have been described. All requests for reasonable accommodation(s) will be reviewed and
evaluated on a case‑case basis.

Why should you join Steven Engineering?

At Steven Engineering, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that diverse perspectives fuel the innovative thinking needed to solve our biggest challenges and thrive in an ever‑changing world. By welcoming individuals from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, we not only adhere to our core values but also ensure our business remains competitive and successful.

We aim to make every employee feel valued, fostering a sense of belonging and ownership at Steven Engineering. We are dedicated to treating everyone with dignity and respect, creating a collaborative environment where our employees can grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact, both individually and as part of our team.

Our culture is built on the principles of teamwork and collective progress, while recognizing the unique contributions each person brings to our company.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled