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Buyer - II VACCO Industries - 4.1 South El Monte, CA Job Details Full-time $91,220 - $120,331 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health savings account 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Operational analysis Attention to detail Forecasting Contracts SAP ERP Full Job Description Company Overview VACCO Industries has built a strong reputation over more than 70 years by delivering innovative, high-quality solutions to the defense, space, and commercial markets. Committed to excellence, VACCO supports critical programs across various demanding environments with a focus on world-class quality, timely delivery, and exceptional customer service. Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Buyer - II to join our procurement team. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing purchasing activities, sourcing materials, and maintaining strong vendor relationships to ensure seamless supply chain operations. Your expertise in ERP systems and materials management will drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness across our procurement processes. Responsibilities Proactively identify and support production work order requirements to minimize production delay due to materials shortage and reduce costs. Plans purchases by reviewing materials and supply requirements from Purchase Requisitions. Obtains quotes by forwarding materials and supplies requirements to supplier; evaluating alternative materials and supplies. Places orders by negotiating price, terms and delivery of materials and supplies. Assures detailed bid and proposal packages are maintained. Select, evaluate and qualify suppliers to ensure procurement compliance that is within the Company's corporate policies and procedures, ensuring that purchases are to budget and quality requirements are to schedule. Resolves delivery discrepancies by comparing purchase order to delivery documentation; obtaining credits and refunds. Improves quality results by analyzing materials, supplies and vendor reliability, quality and service; recommending changes. Evaluate and prepare supplier performance reports on the delivery, cost and quality of products and services. As a major element of continuous improvement, review and evaluate the designated supplier base to reward qualified suppliers and resource suppliers with repeated poor performance. Able to work in a development and new products environment, matching requirements to supplier capabilities. Performs other duties and/or special related projects as assigned. Knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures; techniques of specification and contract writing; purchasing laws and rules subcontracting laws and practices. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendor and agency officials, prepare and interpret specification; analyze bids; prepare and maintain procurement records and reports. Knowledge of MRP functionality and ability to operate using related action, exceptions and variance reports. Good Vendor Management and expediting skills.

Manage procurement activities using

SAP, SAP ERP, JD

Edwards, Oracle EBS, and other purchasing management systems. Source materials and components through direct negotiation with vendors to secure optimal pricing and delivery terms. Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure inventory levels are maintained through effective inventory control and supply chain management. Analyze Excel data and spreadsheets to forecast needs, evaluate supplier performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Communicate effectively with vendors regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and quality standards to foster strong vendor relationships. Support inventory management initiatives by monitoring stock levels and coordinating replenishment efforts via MRP systems. Assist in procurement process improvements by leveraging ERP systems and supply chain best practices. Experience Proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong familiarity with

SAP, SAP ERP, JD

Edwards, Oracle EBS, and AS400 systems. Knowledge of materials management, inventory control, and supply chain management principles. Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively with vendors and manage vendor relationships proactively. Skilled in using spreadsheets and Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes. Experience supporting purchasing management systems technically and operationally. Familiarity with sourcing strategies, pricing negotiations, and procurement best practices within an ERP environment. Join us as a Buyer - II to play a vital role in ensuring our supply chain remains robust, cost-efficient, and aligned with our commitment to delivering world-class products on time. Your expertise will help drive operational excellence while supporting our mission of providing innovative solutions for critical programs worldwide.

Pay:

$91,220.00 - $120,331.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 3% Match Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person