Buyer

We are looking for a Buyer to join our team in California in a contract role with the potential for a permanent position. This position supports purchasing activities within a manufacturing environment by coordinating supplier interactions, managing order accuracy, and maintaining organized procurement records. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound negotiation skills, and the ability to work closely with accounting and operations to keep purchasing activities running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full purchase order cycle, confirming that item details, pricing, and delivery commitments are accurate before orders are released.
• Identify suppliers with relevant experience and negotiate competitive terms related to cost, lead times, and payment conditions to support business goals.
• Investigate and resolve purchasing issues such as shipment mistakes, damaged materials, and invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement documentation in alignment with company policies and audit requirements.
• Partner with internal teams, including accounting and operations, to coordinate purchasing needs and support day-to-day supply requirements.
• Prepare purchasing reports and track key documentation to improve procurement efficiency and assist with budgeting activities.
• Support internal or external audits by gathering requested records and responding clearly to documentation inquiries.
• Utilize purchasing and enterprise systems such as SAP or similar software tools to process transactions and maintain reliable records.