Jr. Buyer

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

Job summary

Unknown Company in Chino, CA is seeking a Jr. Buyer to join its procurement team. This onsite role offers exposure to sourcing, supplier management, inventory planning, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The position is entry-level with potential to grow into a Buyer role, ideal for candidates with motivation to advance in procurement and supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in supply chain or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience in manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Source, evaluate, and maintain supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and support material forecasting.
• Expedite orders and ensure on-time delivery.
• Investigate supply chain issues and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain purchasing records, vendor files, and pricing data.
• Generate purchasing reports and analyze supplier performance.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, operations, and finance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.
• Assist with continuous improvement in procurement.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Analytical decision making

Communication

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelors in Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Jr. Buyer

Location: Chino, CA - Onsite

Temp-to-Hire

About the Opportunity

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