Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Detail-Focused Buyer

We are looking for a detail-focused buyer to support purchasing operations for a manufacturing environment in the tri-valley area. This contract with a potential to hire position will play a key role in maintaining material availability, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and helping the organization meet production and service goals. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound purchasing judgment, and the confidence to manage a large volume of purchasing requests.

Responsibilities:

• Create and issue purchase orders for assigned materials while accounting for lead times, production schedules, and supply requirements.
• Partner with engineering, quality, production, sales, and warehouse teams to align purchasing activity with manufacturing demand and inventory needs.
• Monitor open orders and follow up with suppliers to keep deliveries on track and minimize potential disruptions.
• Research inventory and invoice variances, identify underlying causes, and take corrective action to resolve discrepancies.
• Review purchasing data and material trends to support informed decisions and maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Manage purchased components and supplier communications within ERP and related business systems.
• Perform additional procurement and supply chain support duties as needed to meet business objectives.