Operational Buyer III

SGS Consulting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting in Vacaville, CA is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage day-to-day purchasing, maintain SAP data, and ensure accurate MRP-driven planning. You will drive supplier performance, handle RFx activities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules.

The role emphasizes data analysis, negotiations, and adherence to GMP/SOP standards while maintaining on-site operations five days a week.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in operational procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
• Hands-on SAP ERP purchasing experience required.
• Experience purchasing direct raw materials and managing the PReq-to-PO process.
• Experience managing suppliers and conducting low-value negotiations.
• APICS or equivalent MRP Planner certification preferred.
• Strong ability to analyze procurement data with Excel/BI tools.
• Must work onsite in Vacaville, CA.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational procurement and purchasing activities independently with minimal supervision.
• Maintain, audit, and update POs, supplier records, material master data in SAP.
• Ensure procurement master data supports accurate MRP calculations and PO creation.
• Proactively manage raw material supplier performance to meet production plans.
• Monitor supplier performance and provide feedback to strategic buyers and category managers.
• Manage supplier delivery confirmations and expedite orders not meeting MRP requirements.
• Manage MRP-driven delivery date push-outs and pull-ins.
• Resolve late or missing purchase order confirmations.
• Address supplier pricing discrepancies and delivery/shipping issues.
• Manage Level 2 vendor escalations and drive timely resolutions.
• Monitor supplier performance and improve on-time delivery, quality, and compliance.
• Manage and resolve vendor returns, including RMAs, cost recovery, and replacements.
• Conduct regular open-order review meetings with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice inquiries/discrepancies.
• Support onboarding and approval activities with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Lead competitive bidding processes and RFx market interventions as required.
• Lead negotiations for low-value contracts and provide procurement data analyses.
• Create actionable procurement reports using Excel and BI tools.
• Mentor junior team members and communicate risks promptly.
• Follow SOPs and GMP requirements; work safely in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

SAP ERP

MRP

Supplier management

Vendor negotiation

RFx processes

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

SOP & GMP compliance

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

BI tools

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

5+ years experience in operational procurement or supply chain

Hands-on SAP ERP purchasing experience

Experience purchasing direct raw materials and PReq-to-PO process

Experience managing suppliers and low-value negotiations

APICS or equivalent MRP Planner certification preferred

Ability to analyze procurement data with Excel/BI tools

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

BI tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational procurement and purchasing activities independently with minimal supervision.
• Maintain, audit, and update purchase orders, supplier records, material master data, and procurement information in SAP.
• Ensure procurement master data and outline agreements are accurate and current to support reliable MRP calculations and efficient PO creation.
• Proactively manage raw material supplier performance to ensure material requirements and production plans can be achieved.
• Monitor and track supplier performance and provide feedback to strategic buyers and category managers.
• Manage supplier delivery confirmations and expedite orders that do not meet MRP or production requirements.
• Manage MRP-driven delivery date push-outs and pull-ins.
• Resolve late or missing purchase order confirmations.
• Address supplier pricing discrepancies and delivery/shipping-related issues.
• Manage Level 2 vendor escalations and drive timely resolution.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements in on-time delivery, quality conformance, and compliance.
• Manage and resolve vendor returns, including RMA processes, cost recovery, and replacement requirements.
• Conduct regular open-order review meetings with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to research and resolve invoice inquiries and discrepancies.
• Support supplier and raw material onboarding and approval activities with internal cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support implementation of supplier changes and initiatives led by category managers and strategic buyers.
• Lead competitive bidding processes in accordance with applicable procurement policies.
• Execute RFx market interventions and support sourcing activities as required.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers for low-value contracts.
• Provide procurement data and analysis by extracting, manipulating, and interpreting raw purchasing information.
• Create actionable procurement reports and analyses using Excel and business intelligence tools.
• Collaborate with the broader procurement organization to maintain accurate supplier and material information.
• Support strategic buyers and category managers in implementing supply strategies.
• Train new employees and junior colleagues on procurement processes and systems.
• Mentor and provide guidance to more junior team members.
• Identify and communicate procurement, supplier, quality, delivery, and operational risks in a timely manner.
• Follow established SOPs, policies, and GMP requirements.
• Support a safe working environment by following site safety procedures, attending required training, and promptly reporting incidents or potential hazards.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines.

Skills

Operational ProcurementPurchasingDirect Raw Material ProcurementSAP ERPMaterial Requirements Planning (MRP)Purchase Requisitions and Purchase OrdersSupplier ManagementVendor ManagementSupplier Performance ManagementVendor Escalation ManagementSupplier NegotiationCompetitive BiddingRFx ProcessesProcurement Data AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeInvoice ResolutionAccounts Payable CoordinationVendor Returns / RMACost RecoveryMaterial and Vendor Master DataMRP PlanningGMP ComplianceSOP ComplianceRisk IdentificationProcess ImprovementMentoring and TrainingStrong Written and Verbal CommunicationCustomer Service MindsetMultitasking and Time Management

Education/Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in operational procurement, purchasing, or supply chain, or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.
• Hands-on experience using SAP ERP in a purchasing/procurement environment is required.
• Experience purchasing direct raw materials and managing the Purchase Requisition-to-Purchase Order process.
• Experience managing suppliers and conducting low-value supplier negotiations.
• Experience conducting competitive bid processes preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills.
• APICS or equivalent MRP Planner certification preferred.
• Ability to analyze and manipulate procurement data using Excel and/or BI tools.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a cross-functional team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and objectives in a fast-paced, high-workload environment.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and company policies and identify non-routine events.
• Proactive, action-oriented, adaptable, and able to identify and escalation risks promptly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively manage supplier relationships.
• Ability to mentor and train new and junior team members.
• Knowledge and adherence to GMP requirements in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Must be willing to work onsite in Vacaville, CA, five days per week.