Purchaser

We are looking for a dedicated Purchaser to join our team in Santa Fe Springs, California. In this role, you will oversee the full lifecycle of purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance while coordinating with multiple departments to achieve seamless order processing. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational and communication skills to manage purchasing activities effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming purchase orders to ensure alignment with commercial, technical, and contractual requirements before processing.
• Create, update, and manage sales orders using Epicor, including standard, project, service, and change orders.
• Identify and address discrepancies related to pricing, scope, payment terms, lead times, and documentation requirements.
• Issue Sales Order Acknowledgements (SOAs) and Proforma Invoices when applicable.
• Monitor and manage unacknowledged, on-hold, and high-risk orders throughout their lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance teams to resolve technical and supply constraints.
• Ensure all documentation, drawings, testing requirements, and compliance standards are met before releasing orders.
• Lead weekly Sales Order Review meetings to address risks, resolve issues, and prepare for order releases.
• Train and mentor Order Entry Representatives, providing guidance and setting priorities to ensure smooth operations.
• Drive process improvement initiatives related to order flow, risk management, and governance procedures.