Position Overview
Description
We are looking for a detail-focused Buyer to support purchasing operations for a manufacturing environment in the tri-valley area. This contract with a potential to hire position will play a key role in maintaining material availability, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and helping the organization meet production and service goals. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound purchasing judgment, and the confidence to manage a large volume of purchasing requests.
Responsibilities:
β’ Create and issue purchase orders for assigned materials while accounting for lead times, production schedules, and supply requirements.
β’ Partner with engineering, quality, production, sales, and warehouse teams to align purchasing activity with manufacturing demand and inventory needs.
β’ Monitor open orders and follow up with suppliers to keep deliveries on track and minimize potential disruptions.
β’ Research invent...