Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Experienced Buyer Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our team in Atwater, California on a contract basis. This role supports day-to-day procurement operations for manufacturing by ensuring materials and supplies are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in alignment with production needs. The ideal candidate brings strong supplier management skills, sound purchasing judgment, and the ability to work closely with internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate procurement of production, maintenance, and operational materials to support uninterrupted manufacturing activity.
• Prepare and release purchase orders, track supplier acknowledgements, and follow through on deliveries to help meet schedule requirements.
• Develop productive vendor partnerships that strengthen service levels, product quality, pricing, and on-time performance.
• Research and qualify new suppliers by assessing competitiveness, compliance, and alignment with business needs.
• Lead negotiations on cost, commercial terms, and service expectations to secure favorable purchasing agreements.
• Review inventory demand and buying patterns to reduce the risk of shortages, delays, or excess stock.
• Contribute to cost-saving initiatives by supporting quote comparisons, bid events, and sourcing projects.
• Work with Quality and cross-functional teams to complete supplier approvals, audits, and required documentation.
• Manage the full purchasing lifecycle, including order entry, confirmation, receipt coordination, and resolution of supplier or invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and item data in business systems while ensuring purchasing practices follow internal policies and compliance requirements.