Senior Buyer

Brightsmith; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing electric vehicle solutions provider in California seeks a Sr. Buyer Planner to manage sourcing and procurement of EV charging hardware. The role involves maintaining accurate transactional records, resolving discrepancies, and leading supplier negotiations. Candidates should have strong demand planning experience, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. This position offers a competitive salary range of $110k - $130k plus a bonus package. Interested candidates can apply directly or via email.

Qualifications

• Experience with demand planning and production scheduling.
• Ability to identify deficiencies and develop plans to cut costs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate ERP transactional records and planning parameters.
• Proactively resolve discrepancies in purchase orders, invoices, and receipts.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct performance reviews.
• Lead negotiations on pricing and payment terms.
• Oversee multi-modal transportation for cost optimization.
• Monitor and expedite supplier deliveries to prevent delays.
• Coordinate engineering change orders (ECOs) with suppliers.

Skills

Demand planning

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Job description

Sr. Buyer Planner / OPM - Mobility | New York

Brightsmith is partnering with a fast‑growing electric vehicle (EV) charging firm that innovates at the intersection of mobility, energy, and PropTech. Their software technology integrates all systems to help buildings become progressively more intelligent and self‑sufficient.

$110k - $130k + Bonus

Brightsmith is building the next generation of EV charging solutions to support the market and accelerate mass adoption of EVs.

We are actively searching for a Sr. Buyer Planner to join their Operations team and source, negotiate, and purchase materials for EV charging hardware and accessories to meet production and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate ERP transactional records and planning parameters with meticulous attention to detail to support annual audits, financial reporting, and Accounts Payable processes.
• Proactively identify and resolve discrepancies in purchase orders, invoices, receipts, and packing slips; coordinate with vendors to obtain missing documentation.
• Maintain document control in the PLM and across systems, ensuring part numbers, BOMs, and engineering drawings are accurate and synchronized across all platforms.
• Manage supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, MOQs, and lead times to achieve cost targets.
• Oversee multi‑modal transportation (ocean, air, trucking) to optimize costs and delivery schedules.
• Monitor and expedite supplier deliveries to prevent production delays and material shortages.
• Support new product introductions, ensuring supply chain readiness for production ramp.
• Coordinate engineering change orders (ECOs) with suppliers and manage phase‑in/phase‑out transitions, ensuring proper documentation and system updates.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and practice lean inventory management (JIT, cycle counts, E&O).
• Ensure compliance with customs, international shipping, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Experience with demand planning and production scheduling.
• Ability to identify deficiencies and develop plans to cut costs and improve efficiencies.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to handle unforeseen circumstances with critical thinking.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring part numbers and catalog items are consistent.
• Data analysis, problem solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Industry experience in hardware manufacturing, consumer electronics, or related fields.

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