Jr. Buyer

Vaco by Highspring; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring, a growing manufacturing company in Chino, CA, is seeking a Jr. Buyer to join its procurement team. This entry-level role offers exposure to sourcing, supplier management, inventory planning, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

The Buyer II level will work to support production goals, optimize purchasing, and drive efficiencies. Strong negotiation, Excel and ERP skills are preferred, with growth potential into a Buyer role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 2-3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to analyze purchasing data and make informed business decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Source, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors.
• Monitor inventory levels and support material forecasting activities.
• Expedite orders and ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Investigate and resolve supply chain issues, quality concerns, and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor files, and pricing data.
• Generate purchasing reports and analyze supplier performance.
• Partner with production, engineering, operations, and finance teams to support business needs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Operations

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

A growing manufacturing company in Chino is seeking a Jr. Buyer to join its procurement team. This is an excellent opportunity for a purchasing professional looking to expand their career in supply chain and procurement. The team is open to considering strong entry-level purchasing candidates with the skills and motivation to grow into a buyer role. This position offers exposure to sourcing, supplier management, inventory planning, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Position Summary

The Buyer II is responsible for purchasing materials, components, equipment, and services while ensuring quality, cost, and delivery expectations are met. This role works closely with suppliers and internal departments to support production goals, maintain inventory levels, and drive purchasing efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Review and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Source, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors
• Monitor inventory levels and support material forecasting activities
• Expedite orders and ensure on-time delivery of materials
• Investigate and resolve supply chain issues, quality concerns, and invoice discrepancies
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor files, and pricing data
• Generate purchasing reports and analyze supplier performance
• Partner with production, engineering, operations, and finance teams to support business needs
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• 2-3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience preferred
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Ability to analyze purchasing data and make informed business decisions
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Manufacturing or fabrication industry experience highly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems is a plus

Ideal Candidate

• Purchasing professional ready to advance into a Buyer role
• Strong problem solver with a proactive mindset
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively across departments
• Interested in growing within procurement and supply chain
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations is highly desirable

Equal Opportunity Notice

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

For residents of Ontario, Canada only: to the extent the position for employment is not with Highspring or not otherwise noted as vacant above, candidate should be informed that this role is to replace a presently employed person at Vaco by Highspring's client.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual's skill sets, experience and training;

licensure and certification requirements;

office location and other geographic considerations; and

other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).