Program Purchasing Buyer

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Program Purchasing Buyer

Our client is a manufacturing organization involved in the design, development, and production of complex engineered components and systems. Known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and product optimization, the company serves a diverse range of industrial sectors through advanced research and manufacturing capabilities.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Program Purchasing Buyer to support new product introductions and cross-functional initiatives. This role is critical in driving cost efficiency, supplier performance, and timely product launches while collaborating with engineering, operations, and global procurement teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead program-specific purchasing efforts, ensuring cost targets, quality expectations, and launch timelines are met
• Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve sourcing, timing, and cost-related issues
• Execute sourcing decisions in alignment with procurement strategy and budget parameters
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings to support design and development objectives from a supply chain perspective
• Represent purchasing in program milestone reviews, status meetings, and project audits
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying cost-saving opportunities and process enhancements
• Support supplier negotiations, RFQ coordination, and alignment with commercial terms
• Perform additional duties as needed in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
• 3-5 years of purchasing or sourcing experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking ability
• Working knowledge of product development and launch processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods such as molding, assembly, or machining
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems preferred
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function Manufacturing
• Industries Plastics Manufacturing

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