Procurement Specialist

AtWork Personnel Services; Rocklin (CA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AtWork Personnel Services is hiring a Mid-Level Buyer in Rocklin, CA. The role focuses on managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and maintaining optimal inventory. You will analyze purchasing patterns, monitor supplier performance, and balance cost with quality and delivery timelines.

Responsibilities include issuing POs, sourcing suppliers, forecasting demand, and reporting procurement metrics. A Bachelor's in related field and 3–5 years of experience are expected.

Formación

• 3–5 years of purchasing experience in procurement.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field.
• ERP proficiency with SAP, NetSuite or Oracle and Excel (vlookups/pivot).
• Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Issue and manage purchase orders, track deliveries and resolve delays.
• Source, evaluate and manage supplier relationships; negotiate terms.
• Collaborate on inventory and demand planning to forecast and avoid stockouts.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities while ensuring quality.
• Track procurement metrics in ERP systems and maintain data.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Herramientas

SAP

NetSuite

Oracle

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Rocklin, CA / On-Site

Department: Supply Chain / Procurement

Job Type: Full-Time 8am-5pm

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Mid-Level Buyer to manage supplier relationships, negotiate vendor contracts, and ensure optimal inventory levels across our product lines. In this role, you will analyze purchasing patterns, monitor supplier performance, and balance cost savings with quality and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchasing & Orders: Issue and manage purchase orders (POs), track deliveries, and resolve shortages or shipping delays.
• Vendor Management: Source, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers; negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Inventory & Demand Planning: Collaborate with inventory and sales teams to analyze inventory levels, forecast demand, and avoid stockouts or excess stock.
• Cost & Quality Control: Identify cost-reduction opportunities while ensuring materials/products meet quality standards.
• Reporting: Track procurement metrics (vendor lead times, price variances, spend analysis) and maintain accurate data in ERP/procurement systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or buying experience in [Industry, e.g., Retail / Manufacturing / Tech].
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP software (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Oracle) and Excel (vlookups, pivot tables).
• Key Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical problem-solving, and communication skills.

Company Description

For over 30 years, clients and candidates have entrusted AtWork to provide workforce solutions nationwide. With over 80 offices nationwide, AtWork specialize in executive, professional, commercial, and government verticals. AtWork utilizes a collaborative approach where we deliver quick, high-quality results. Our customizable service portfolio focuses on direct-hire and flexible workforce solutions. Since 1986, AtWork has continued to be an award-recognized leader in the staffing industry by clients, candidates, and industry professionals.

Company Description

For over 30 years, clients and candidates have entrusted AtWork to provide workforce solutions nationwide. With over 80 offices nationwide, AtWork specialize in executive, professional, commercial, and government verticals. AtWork utilizes a collaborative approach where we deliver quick, high-quality results. Our customizable service portfolio focuses on direct-hire and flexible workforce solutions. Since 1986, AtWork has continued to be an award-recognized leader in the staffing industry by clients, candidates, and industry professionals.