Senior Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Leadership

HAAS Automation Inc.; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

HAAS Automation Inc. in Oxnard, CA is seeking a Sr. Buyer to procure components and manage supplier relationships. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and alignment of deliveries to support production schedules.

The position requires 5–10 years of experience, a bachelor’s degree, and proficiency in Excel/SAP. Travel is 0–5% and the company offers growth opportunities within a vertically integrated organization.

Qualifications

• Microsoft Office experience required.
• Understands specifications and blueprint reading.
• Subject matter expert that understands key drivers for cost and technical details on construction and use of the product.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with suppliers and other co‑workers.
• 0- 5% Travel Required.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procure components, materials and equipment meeting demand; determine EOQ with price, delivery costs, demand, timing and obsolescence.
• Align product deliveries to minimize inventory while meeting production and service needs.
• Perform market research to identify vendors and assess capabilities based on audits.
• Manage qualification and implementation of products from new suppliers with internal teams.
• Negotiate cost reductions and favorable terms using market data and technical understanding.

Skills

Negotiation

Market research

Supplier management

Cost analysis

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree BA/BS/BFA/BSA

Tools

SAP

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

HAAS Automation Inc. in Oxnard, CA is seeking a Sr. Buyer to procure components and manage supplier relationships. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and alignment of deliveries to support production schedules.

The position requires 5–10 years of experience, a bachelor’s degree, and proficiency in Excel/SAP. Travel is 0–5% and the company offers growth opportunities within a vertically integrated organization.