Adecco is hiring immediately for a Junior Buyer with a local client in Santa Clara, CA. Pay is $30.00/hr - $35.00/hr.
Duties:
· Negotiates pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision.
· Quotes materials; procures materials, components, equipment and services at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.
· Expedites and ensures the timely receipt of materials.
· Works with engineering and MPM or SCM to recommend new suppliers.
· Issues RFQs, analyzes proposals, negotiates prices and delivery, issues and/or adjusts purchase orders in a timely manner.
· Follows-up on orders, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records.
· Negotiates vendor contracts, as appropriate.
· Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.
· Leads problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues
Qualifications:
· Experience in purchasing or procurement, often ranging from 3 to 5 years.
· Understanding of supply chain processes and purchasing strategies.
· Knowledge of inventory management and logistics.
· Familiarity with contract management and vendor relations.
· Strong communication skills to collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams.
· Bachelors Degree Required – Preferably in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field.
· Knowledge of data analysis, inventory management, procurement processes, and supply chain technologies.
· Procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA.
· Effective communication, negotiation, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Click on apply now for immediate consideration for this Junior Buyer in Santa Clara, CA. We look forward to hearing from you!
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Pay Details: $30.00 to $35.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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