Purchasing Buyer

Manpower San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company in the United States seeks a dedicated procurement specialist to manage indirect procurement activities and vendor relationships. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement or vendor management. Proficiency in Ariba and Microsoft Office is required, with a focus on attention to detail and customer service skills. Join a collaborative team environment where your contributions matter.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in indirect procurement and/or vendor management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage indirect procurement activities and vendor relationships.
• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
• Partner with internal departments to understand purchasing needs.

Skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Ariba

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

This role is ideal for a dedicated team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is eager to take on new challenges. The ideal candidate is a quick learner with strong technical and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage indirect procurement activities and vendor relationships
• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders in accordance with company policies
• Partner with internal departments to understand purchasing needs and ensure timely fulfillment
• Maintain accurate vendor and purchasing data within company systems
• Monitor order status and resolve invoice or supplier discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the purchasing function

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Preferred: Minimum 2 years of experience in indirect procurement and/or vendor management
• Experience using Ariba; exposure to SAP is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication and customer service abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

What We’re Looking For

• A fast learner with both strong technical aptitude and soft skills
• A reliable and collaborative team member who takes ownership of their work