buyer.

Prepare and distribute RFQs and manage the award to qualified, responsible, and responsive sources of supply.
Establish source selection criteria for evaluation of quotations and negotiate best terms (price, delivery, terms of sale) in accordance with company objectives, policies, and procedures.
Implement formal and legal contractual documentation into purchase orders, ensuring compliance with corporate and government requirements.
Monitor and manage supplier performance to contract, including On-Time Delivery and Non-conforming goods.
Monitor, report, and manage metrics such as spend analysis, inventory turns, PPV, etc. for assigned commodities.
Continually assess market conditions to identify, recommend, and implement supply chain management strategies.
Lead initiatives in cost reduction, quality improvement, and lead time reductions.
Collaborate and support other departments needing supply chain support, such as Quality, Engineering, and Accounting.
Maintain current and accurate purchase order data in the purchasing system.
Ensure compliance with government laws, regulations, and procurement policies and procedures.
Identify problem areas, initiate corrective action, and establish problem resolution dates in a timely manner.

Working hours: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Skills:
Market research
Trend forecasting
Procurement
Product status tracking
Product reconciliation
Financial analysis
Math
Quality assurance

Education:
Bachelors

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required.
Minimum of 3 years of actual buying experience in a manufacturing environment, or seven years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.


Please apply here or send your updated resume to gabrielahernandez@spherion.com. You can also call or text our office for additional information 805 973-0955.

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.