Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer

  Not Disclosed

  Santa Ana, CA

  6.0 Months

  Not Disclosed

  Not Disclosed

  Energy & Utility

  $21.33/hour - $26.33/hour

Job Description

Job Description:

• Responsibilities will include processing purchase orders from MRP, negotiating with suppliers, tracking orders, and liaising with inventory teams and management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research, select and purchase quality products and materials.
• Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing.
• Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.
• Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with the inventory team, management, and stockroom as required.
• Assess quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.
• Handle outside processing.
• Disposition NCRs on time.
• Coordinate with accounting for supplier payments / resolutions etc

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:

• HS Diploma or GED is required
• Any Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• 3-5 years of relevant experience is required
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint).
• SAP
• Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of sales and marketing principles is advantageous.

Top 3 Must-Have Skills:

• Sense of Urgency
• Analytical reasoning
• Communication and negotiation

Highest Level of Education Required for this Position:

• HS Diploma or GED is required, Any Bachelor's Degree is preferred

Qualifications (IE SAP Experience, Excel Knowledge, Any Certifications, Years of Experience in Certain Fields):

• Google apps, SAP - preferred

Notes:

On Site

8am - 5pm, PST

Hours per week: 40