Senior Buyer (52169)
$92,930–$136,662 year
On-siteMilpitas, California, United States
Job Summary
Review, analyze, and process approved purchase requisitions for goods or services in the Company ERP application. Request, review, and process quotes from approved vendors or suppliers, while maintaining and updating the approved vendor database. Monitor Purchase Price Variance to ensure lowest costs and negotiate with vendors to reduce expenses. Research new vendors to ensure standards for quality, performance, price, and on-time delivery are met consistently. Track overdue or delinquent orders and escalate issues as necessary to maintain delivery schedules. Respond to requests for information or reports from departments or employees. This full-time position is located in Milpitas, California, with an annual base salary range of $92,929.95 to $136,661.69 plus bonus target and benefits.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or Finance
- Five years of experience working in supply chain, commodities, or procurement in a manufacturing environment
- Experience using an ERP system such as PeopleSoft or SAP
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
- Knowledge of the purchasing principles and practices
- Knowledge and ability to use an ERP application such as PeopleSoft or SAP
- Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications
- Able to communicate effectively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management both verbally and in writing
- Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
- Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
- Flexible and able to prioritize
- May occasionally push, pull, or lift up to 10 or more pounds
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