Buyer

We are seeking an experienced Buyer for a manufacturing company in Santa Ana. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in materials management and the ability to negotiate competitive prices for a variety of products. The Buyer will be responsible for procuring goods and services for our company's operations, working closely with production planning and other departments to ensure timely delivery of products. Shift - 1st - Monday through Friday, 7am-4pm Great Benefits! **Buyer Duties:** - Source and procure materials, goods, and services for production and inventory purposes. - Utilize MRP systems to plan and manage inventory levels and ensure timely delivery of products. - Conduct market research to identify and negotiate with suppliers for the best prices and terms. - Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships. - Analyze and compare prices and terms to ensure the best value for the company. - Coordinate with production planning to ensure inventory levels align with production schedules. - Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure adequate stock levels and minimize overstocking. - Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to improve procurement processes and reduce costs. **Skills:** - Proven experience in materials management and procurement. - Strong negotiation skills to secure competitive prices and terms. - Ability to analyze and compare prices and terms. - Experience with MRP and production planning processes. - Ability to read an engineering drawing and bill of materials, preferred. - Proficiency in ERP systems.

Created: 2024-11-02