Job Description
We have an opportunity for a Buyer in the City of Industry, CA area.
Our client prefers to take the contract-to-direct employment arrangement. This means you will work for Peak & be on our payroll until converted full-time.
The client made mention they may consider hiring direct.
The client is interested in an individual who has sourced, procured industrial materials for engineering & manufacturing. Knowledge of "Buy America" is a plus. Other skills include RFQ's, negotiation, inventory, etc.
Compensation commensurate with experience.
BUYER
POSITION OVERVIEW
This position will provide comprehensive strategic commodity buying support to our client's Sourcing Commodity Manager and other site leadership team members. You will be responsible for supporting the supplier strategy and sourcing efforts on current supply base, existing and new product and design changes.
_ _ABOUT THE ROLE – YOU WILL:
- Manage the item master data files while driving part availability (to source) from item master to PO creation.
- Review new releases and engineering changes as well as attend design review and production meetings to provide all departments with material status in support of shop floor schedules.
- Work with cross-functional teams on the following: inventory and logistics planning of rollouts, inventory forecasting, yearly cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement of quality systems.
- Develop reports that measure performance to drive change and provide management control information by studying market data and trends.
- Run the Buy America pre- and post-audit reports for our customers and solicit suppliers for their Buy America certificates and DBE certifications.
- Work with Suppliers to develop relationships, get quotations, negotiate spend and ID contract opportunities.
- _Other duties as assigned by management.
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ABOUT OUR GROUP:
- As strategic partners, the Sourcing team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us do great things for our company.
- We strive to provide the highest level service and support to our clients each and every day.
- We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.
- _We treat each other with respect and always try to have a little fun every day! _
- This position will be part of the Sourcing team that supports Proterra’s Manufacturing and Engineering operations.
- You will report to the SOURCING COMMODITY MANAGER and collaborate with other Sourcing team members located in City of Industry and manufacturing facilities in Los Angeles, CA and Greenville, SC.
_ _ABOUT YOU:
- Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization and external service providers and vendors.
- Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
- Detail-oriented, resourceful and diligent.
- Strong time management and organizational skills; proactive and the ability to work with little supervision.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills.
_ _YOUR EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in manufacturing or high-tech industry experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain or equivalent relevant experience
- Expertise with report writing and system configuration management
- Knowledge of purchasing and principles of research, analysis and negotiation
- Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Tableau)
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems (ORACLE) preferred
_ _YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE:
TRAVEL: 0 - 10%
Company Description
www.peaktechnical.com