Strategic Procurement Buyer for Manufacturing

A1jays; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Employer Match

Job summary

A manufacturing company in San Jose is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage sourcing and purchasing of materials for production. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure material availability while maintaining cost-effective procurement processes. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of machining and industrial supplies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase raw materials and subcontracted services.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts with vendors.
• Manage inventory levels and expedite orders to meet production needs.
• Build relationships with suppliers and evaluate their performance.
• Participate in cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with ERP/MRP systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree

Job description

A manufacturing company in San Jose is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage sourcing and purchasing of materials for production. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure material availability while maintaining cost-effective procurement processes. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.