We are seeking a Part-Time Buyer to join a manufacturing client in Fremont. The role will start out as a contract, but can eventually turn into a full-time role based on performance. The position will be approximately 30 hours per week. The position is 100% onsite.
Job Duties:
Ensure that all inventory items are at acceptable levels.
Review all inventory-related reports to determine critical stock requirements.
Add/delete/adjust current part numbers in data base as required.
Issue Purchase Orders as required; ensure duplicate orders have not been issued.
Ensure the accuracy/completeness of orders.
Adjust stock levels, Min/Max, as a result of sale, in-house usage, damaged or faulty units.
Ensure that product defects/returns are replaced and credited quickly with minimal time and cost.
Review RMAs and flip to orders after issuing work orders to the applicable departments.
Ensure receipt of goods is consistent with goods ordered; ensure AP is informed of irregularities.
Continually seek and interview qualified sources for products as required for Sales/Service.
Analyze product reports to determine most cost-effective procurement methods.
Assist Sales/Service by providing accurate information regarding the availability of products as required.
Maintain history of all Purchase Orders and ensure that deliveries are made in required time; take positive and rapid action on late deliveries.
Ancillary Team-related and company tasks as required.
Requirements:
Clear and precise communication skills, both written and oral.
Math skills to simple algebra or above.
FAX, PC/computer skills.
Attention to price/cost detail; profitability.
Attention to highest product quality at affordable cost.
Aggressive procurement skills; assertive yet cordial personality towards vendors.
Professional negotiating talent to attain highest quality products at the most favorable cost and delivery.
Analytical skill to determine trends in product usage and anticipate requirements.
Ability to interact smoothly with all other departments in solving product shortage-related needs and problems.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
