Strategic Manufacturing Buyer & Supplier Lead

Royston Plant; Vinvale (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

HSA and FSA options

Company provided life and disability

401k with company match

PTO and 10 holidays

Job summary

SignResource is seeking a Buyer to manage its manufacturing supply chain, focusing on metal-working purchasing and strategic sourcing. The role requires building strong supplier relationships and meeting company objectives. The position is office-based in Bell Gardens, CA.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Sales to evaluate materials, monitor trends, and negotiate favorable terms. A 5+ year purchase experience and a Bachelor’s degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Inventory Management, including Cycle Counting, Kanbans, and other inventory management programs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Competency in MS Office Programs.
• Strong sense of professionalism.
• Highly driven.
• Ability to work according to a schedule.
• Travel 10% is needed between Royston Group plants, vendors and customers.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and identify the need for corrective actions when necessary.
• Manage material costs to achieve company targets, including material usage, spending, inventory levels, and scrap reduction.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Business Development, Sales, and suppliers to evaluate new and existing materials and monitor emerging trends in the global marketplace.
• Attend industry conferences and trade shows to stay informed of market trends and cultivate new supplier relationships.
• Partner with vendors to implement continuous improvement initiatives and new technologies while resolving delivery issues, including delays, shortages, material discrepancies, and quality concerns.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure adequate manufacturing schedules and inventory levels are maintained to meet customer demand.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders to suppliers and distribute copies to the appropriate internal departments.
• Support Accounts Payable with supplier payment inquiries and payment processing.
• Analyze inventory levels against current and forecasted requirements and place orders as needed to maintain adequate supply.
• Respond to supplier inquiries regarding order status, changes, cancellations, and other purchasing-related matters.
• Review purchase requisitions to verify accuracy, terminology, specifications, and completeness.
• Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing records, reports, pricing information, and supplier documentation.
• Identify and evaluate global suppliers using industry resources, catalogs, online research, and other sourcing channels.

Skills

Inventory Management

Independent work

MS Office Skills

Professionalism

Highly driven

Schedule adherence

Travel 10%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field

Equivalent industry experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

SignResource is seeking a Buyer to manage its manufacturing supply chain, focusing on metal-working purchasing and strategic sourcing. The role requires building strong supplier relationships and meeting company objectives. The position is office-based in Bell Gardens, CA.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Sales to evaluate materials, monitor trends, and negotiate favorable terms. A 5+ year purchase experience and a Bachelor’s degree are preferred.