Sr. Buyer

Pay Range : $75,000-$80,000

Location : Chatsworth, CA

Schedule :

• Initially : Monday Friday, 7 : 30 AM 4 : 30 PM
• Starting in November, shift to Monday Thursday, 6 : 00 AM 5 : 00 PM

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary & benefits package : Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, PTO, performance bonuses, and more!!
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Work in a dynamic, supportive team environment
• Stability with a company committed to innovation and efficiency

Are you an experienced, detail-oriented professional with a talent for managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and optimizing supply chains?

If so, our client wants you to join their team as a Senior Buyer ! This is your chance to make a direct impact on our company’s success while thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What You’ll Be Doing :

• Vendor Management : Build and nurture strong relationships with external vendors. Lead price negotiations, terms, and conditions to ensure optimal purchasing outcomes.
• Order Oversight : Manage the end-to-end purchasing process, ensuring material and equipment needs are met on time and within budget.

Leverage ERP systems to assess current and future material availability.

• Supply Chain Optimization : Spearhead initiatives focused on reducing lead times, improving supplier performance, cutting material costs, securing better payment terms, and driving timely, high-quality deliveries.
• Contract Management : Review and manage purchase orders, claims, and contracts to ensure compliance with company policies.

Assist in shaping the procurement strategy through process improvements and effective contract management.

• Problem-Solving & Negotiation : Resolve vendor issues, claims, and disputes efficiently while representing the company’s best interests in all negotiations.
• Inventory & Production Support : Monitor and maintain inventory levels to align with production schedules and financial targets.

Advise and collaborate with departments and suppliers to ensure smooth operations.

What We’re Looking For :

• Education : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, or a recognized Purchasing Certification. Relevant experience may substitute for formal education.
• Experience : 3-5 years of procurement experience, particularly in purchasing electronic components. Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing is highly desirable!

Skills / Experience We're Looking For :

• Proficient in ERP / MRP systems
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, with a strong emphasis on Excel for data analysis
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Reliability : Consistent attendance and a strong commitment to meeting deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Drive : Self-motivated and eager to learn, adapt, and continuously improve processes.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and bring your expertise to a company where your contributions make a difference.