- Perform day-to-day purchasing functions to ensure material is available and customer requirements are met.
- Expedite supply when required to ensure on-time shipment. This includes priority order expediting.
- Determine quantity of material to be purchased based on cost and inventory targets in accordance with inventory model.
- Resolve anticipated or current shortages of parts and plan accordingly.
- Responsible for all decisions affecting how individual components are planned within the structure of the inventory model.
- Responsible for managing the inventory level of all components.
- Report to their manager any inventory or demand activity that appears to be extraordinary. Manage backorders and immediate supply issues that impact current backlog.
- Maintain and update the systems within the department that involve the assigned area of responsibility.
- Develop strong relationships with factories and suppliers in order to ensure cost and delivery objectives are met.
- Optimize inventory holding through effective planning and planned obsolescence.
- Support the manager in assigned project work.
- Communicate to necessary parties when shipping commitments cannot be met due to supplier or planning performance.
- Resolve issues with non-conforming inventory.
- Work with vendors on returns or fixes of non-conforming inventory.
- Work with Finance team to enter new vendors into system.
- Uphold the company's core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
- Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company's Code of Ethics and Conduct.
- It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
- Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.
- Associate's degree preferred. Years of experience may be substituted instead of a degree.
- 2+ years of purchasing or materials management experience desired. Experience in a distribution environment is preferred.
- At least 2 years of experience in a team-based work environment.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- APICS Certification is a plus.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Description
Eastridge Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce management solutions, dedicated to connecting skilled professionals with rewarding opportunities. We are hiring a Buyer/Planner on a contract basis for our client, a leading developer of security inspection systems. This contract opportunity will run for at least 5 months and offers a schedule: M-F, 8 am to 5 pm. For immediate consideration, apply today.
Responsibilities:
Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.
Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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