Buyer

Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is seeking a Buyer to join their team. As a Buyer, you will be part of the Purchasing Department supporting the production team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, organizational, and negotiation skills which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:Part Time Buyer (20 hours a week - 8am start)

Location: Chatsworth, CA

Pay Range:$20-25/hr.

What's the Job?

• Coordinate all activities related to procurement of a commodity beginning with intent to purchase through delivery.
• Analyze the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier and date commodity is needed.
• Assure that the commodity is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price and meets the quality standards of the company.
• Maintain timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices and other documents to assure accurate retention of records.
• Investigate and/or interview potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements.

What's Needed?

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing purchasing setting.
• Experience reading engineering documents, drawings, and technical specifications.
• APICS certification a plus.
• Knowledge of QAD ERP system.
• Experience purchasing PCBs, Sheet Metal, and electronic components.
• 4 yr degree a plus or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• ERP/MRP experience.
• Must be advanced user with Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word).
• Excellent organizational, teamwork and negotiating skills.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work with a leading manufacturing company.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the company.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Chance to work with a talented and dedicated team.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.