Buyer/planner

Job Title: Buyer/Planner

Job Overview:
**Responsibilities**:

- Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing
- Implement category management strategies to optimize procurement processes
- Coordinate supply chain activities to meet production demands
- Utilize Global Shop ERP for efficient procurement and inventory management
- Manage contracts effectively, ensuring compliance and timely renewals
- Oversee price negotiations and monitor supplier performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for effective procurement planning
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers for improved supplier management

**Skills**:

- Proficiency in ERP or similar procurement software
- Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management
- Knowledge of supply chain principles and procurement management
- Ability to analyze market trends and make informed purchasing decisions
- Excellent communication skills for effective supplier collaboration
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 per week

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

- Hawthorne, CA 90250 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Hawthorne, CA 90250: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person