Junior Buyer: Grow in Sourcing & Procurement

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

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.