Strategic Supply Assurance Buyer (Manufacturing Ops)

Manpower, Inc.; Hercules (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. seeks a Supply Assurance Buyer in Hercules/Richmond, CA to place purchase orders and support manufacturing operations. You will manage supplier relationships, monitor inventory, and resolve invoice discrepancies to keep production on schedule.

A bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–3 years in purchasing or planning, plus SAP experience and MS Office proficiency, are required. The role offers day shifts Monday–Friday and opportunities for growth within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in purchasing or production planning roles.
• Experience with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning systems.
• Strong understanding of purchasing principles and supply chain processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders for goods and services needed to support manufacturing operations.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure supply chain efficiency and reliability.
• Monitor inventory and stock levels to meet production and inventory goals.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and expedite orders to support production schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities and participate in supplier audits and reviews.

Skills

Communication

Proactive problem solving

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Manpower, Inc. seeks a Supply Assurance Buyer in Hercules/Richmond, CA to place purchase orders and support manufacturing operations. You will manage supplier relationships, monitor inventory, and resolve invoice discrepancies to keep production on schedule.

A bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–3 years in purchasing or planning, plus SAP experience and MS Office proficiency, are required. The role offers day shifts Monday–Friday and opportunities for growth within a dynamic team.