Onsite Buyer: Materials & Supplier Partnerships

Quantum Design Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Quantum Design Inc. in San Diego, CA, is seeking a skilled Buyer to secure materials and services for a build-to-order manufacturing environment.

You will work closely with Engineering, Planning, and Quality to ensure on-time delivery, optimal cost, and supplier reliability. Ideal candidates have at least two years in procurement within a manufacturing setting, familiarity with MRP and ERP (Infor SyteLine), and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) concepts and systems.
• Experience with ERP programs and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate with qualified suppliers to obtain lowest total cost while meeting lead times.
• Develop and manage new sources of supply.
• Generate purchase orders to maintain a continuous supply of materials.
• Maintain confirmed order dates, delivery updates and price changes.
• Expedite purchase orders and coordinate returns for non-conforming material.

Skills

Procurement experience

MRP concepts

Supplier relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

Infor SyteLine

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Quantum Design Inc. in San Diego, CA, is seeking a skilled Buyer to secure materials and services for a build-to-order manufacturing environment.

You will work closely with Engineering, Planning, and Quality to ensure on-time delivery, optimal cost, and supplier reliability. Ideal candidates have at least two years in procurement within a manufacturing setting, familiarity with MRP and ERP (Infor SyteLine), and strong Excel skills.