Strategic Purchasing Specialist - Supplier Negotiations

Excelsior Nutrition Inc; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Excelsior Nutrition Inc is seeking a Purchasing / Buyer Specialist to manage supplier relations and ensure a smooth flow of materials for nutraceutical manufacturing. The role emphasizes negotiating favorable terms, coordinating with vendors, and supporting product development.

Ideal candidates have a degree in Supply Chain or STEM, 3–5 years in sourcing or vendor management, ERP experience, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining high quality. Mandarin fluency is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, STEM, or related fields.
• 3–5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or vendor management.
• Experience in manufacturig facility and ERP or similar manufacturing software.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and negotiate with suppliers and vendors to land more profitable deals.
• Negotiate prices for raw materials and delivery with suppliers.
• Participate in product development and coordinate product launches.
• Analyze logistics data to refine the supply chain.
• Collaborate with Receiving Department to identify order discrepancies and notify fields as required.
• Update order records and support special projects/tasks with purchasing manager.

Skills

Mandarin language

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical ability

Organizational skills

Initiative

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain/ STEM/ related fields

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Excelsior Nutrition Inc is seeking a Purchasing / Buyer Specialist to manage supplier relations and ensure a smooth flow of materials for nutraceutical manufacturing. The role emphasizes negotiating favorable terms, coordinating with vendors, and supporting product development.

Ideal candidates have a degree in Supply Chain or STEM, 3–5 years in sourcing or vendor management, ERP experience, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining high quality. Mandarin fluency is a plus.