Strategic Buyer & Vendor Negotiator (On-Site)

AtWork Personnel Services; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

SAP

NetSuite

Oracle

Job description

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.