Buyer
: Job Details :

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is seeking to hire a Buyer for our client in Simi Valley, CA!

Benefits Available!

Weekly Pay!

$39.00/Hour

Shift Details: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

DESCRIPTION:

The Buyer uses expertise for a range of purchasing activities, including pricing and negotiating with suppliers to reach highest quality at best value

Performs complex purchasing activities, while ensuring procurement procedures are in compliance with government laws, regulations and management objectives.

Job Core Responsibilities

Performs complex purchasing activities including pricing, volume discounts, negotiating terms and long-term contracts with suppliers, and delivery of goods\services

Negotiates best terms (price, delivery, and payment terms) with suppliers, while maintaining efficient output of purchase orders, to reach highest quality at best value

Establishes source selection criteria for evaluation of quotations including target pricing

Evaluates quotations received from prospective suppliers and makes decisions regarding award of purchase orders

Implements formal and legal contractual documentation into the purchase orders, encompassing all corporate and government requirements

Resolves discrepancies between purchase order requirements and supplier performance

Ensures compliance to government laws, regulations and procurement policies and procedures

Identifies problem areas, initiates corrective action and establishes problem resolution dates in a timely manner

Maintains current and accurate purchase order data in the purchasing system (e.g

delivery dates, pricing, change orders)

Other responsibilities as assigned

Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance

Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required

May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

Job Specifications

Education : Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or equivalent discipline.

Certifications :

Years Experience : 5 - 7 years of relevant experience

Skills :

Knowledge of the principles and practices of Procurement in aerospace/manufacturing environment

Demonstrated ability to write specifications, prepare bid documents, handle bidding process and analyze all bid results

Strong experience negotiating license contracts with a track record of success

Solves complex problems and exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with ability to drive tasks to completion

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools