Buyer
Exciting Opportunity: Buyer
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to take your career to the next level? Join our client, a leading player in the industrial automation industry, as a Buyer and become an integral part of a dynamic and innovative team. Based in the vibrant city of Oxnard, California, this permanent position offers the chance to make a tangible impact, focusing on sourcing quality products, cultivating supplier relationships, and optimizing supply chain performance. This is a great opportunity to join a rapidly growing organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Select, manage, and negotiate with vendors to procure the highest quality products on time and within budget.
- Strategically align product deliveries to maximize efficiency and minimize inventory whilst meeting production demands.
- Conduct market research to identify new suppliers, assess their capabilities, and enhance vendor performance.
- Collaborate with internal teams to qualify and implement products from new suppliers.
- Drive cost reductions and assess cost optimization opportunities through "should-cost" analysis and market data insights.
- Lead the resolution of supplier-related quality and logistical challenges.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance via scorecards while managing corrective actions as needed.
Key Skills and Experience
- Proven procurement experience with expertise in sourcing, negotiating, and vendor management.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools for effective documentation and data management.
- Ability to interpret specifications and blueprints, ensuring high-quality procurement decisions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging with suppliers and colleagues effectively.
- A team player with a proven ability to collaborate within a dynamic professional environment.
- Bachelor's degree is required.
If you're ready to contribute to an innovative team and refine your procurement expertise while advancing your career in a collaborative environment, apply today to join our client's exceptional team in Oxnard!
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