We are offering a contract for a dedicated Buyer in our Pittsburg, California office. In this role, you will be a key player within our team, responsible for handling domestic and international orders, liaising with internal customers and suppliers, maintaining our purchasing data, and providing essential customer service assistance. Your primary function will be to ensure the smooth operation of our buying processes.
This is a hybrid position offering several remote days per week.
Responsibilities:
• Handle the processing of orders, both domestic and international, as well as capital orders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal customers and suppliers for product/service sourcing.
• Input purchasing data into relevant systems, assisting with third-party vendor setup requests as needed.
• Review and interpret contracts to ensure the best terms for our business.
• Organize material delivery and freight options to optimize efficiency.
• Monitor supplier performance, addressing any issues or concerns promptly.
• Support senior management in the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Undertake any additional tasks or projects as assigned by management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary for data analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of buying processes is essential to ensure efficient procurement and inventory management.
• Excellent customer service skills are required to effectively communicate with vendors and internal teams.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial for understanding product requirements and supply chain complexities.
• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems is required for managing purchase orders and supplier data.