Job Opening: Buyer
Description
We have a direct hire opening for a Buyer in Watsonville at a company that specializes in skincare and bath products. This is a 1st shift opening!
In this role, source and purchase raw materials and supplies used for maintaining and repairing a manufacturing facility and its equipment, maintain positive relationships with both foreign and domestic suppliers, and monitor inventory levels to prevent stock shortages that could stop production.
Direct Hire Opportunity – Be on our client’s payroll from Day 1!
Salary and Shift Information:
- Salary: $60k-$70k/a year
- This is a 1st shift opening
Job Duties of the Buyer:
- Source, qualify, and maintain positive relationships with both foreign and domestic suppliers
- Request samples and specification sheets from suppliers
- Provide QC Manager and team with material specifications like certification of analysis, material safety data sheets, technical drawings, etc.
- Request quotes, minimum order quantities, and lead times on items
- Negotiate price and order quantities, and place Purchase Orders for items as needed
- Arrange for inbound transportation of materials and supplies
- File claims for inbound shipments that are short shipments and/or damaged and report quality issues as necessary
- Ensure stock levels are acceptable to prevent stock shortages that could stop production
- Maintain accurate info on all inventory held at outside locations by vendors/manufacturers
- Ensure purchasing related documents (invoices and freight bills) are correct for each transaction for price, quantity, packaging, and specifications
- Create and maintain a MRO catalog for frequently purchased items
- Maintain information regarding cost changes, vendors, and lead times
- Maintain the open purchase order report for management
Job Requirements of the Buyer:
- Have 3 years of purchasing experience in the manufacturing industry
- Make decisions that are cost effective when purchasing materials, supplies, and transportation
- A proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Experience working in a GMP environment preferred
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