Senior Buyer Planner

Volt is immediately hiring for Sr. Buyer Planner for a company located in Santa Ana, CA
As an Sr. Buyer Planner you will:
Job Duties:
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as engineering, production, and finance to understand material requirements and develop procurement strategies accordingly.
• Source and procure electronic parts, collaborating closely with the various teams to understand requirements and identify alternative parts if needed.
• Utilize our database of vendors for current products and work collaboratively with the team to ensure timely procurement.
• Maintain appropriate stocking levels for production components by planning and overseeing inventory management processes.
• Ensure that sufficient material is available to meet forecasts and demands, including the implementation of buffer stock strategies.
• Coordinate with production to monitor counts and maintain accurate work orders.
• Manage supplier relationships effectively, including establishing quarterly business reviews to assess performance metrics such as on-time delivery, quality, and costs.
• Develop and maintain robust risk mitigation plans and escalation protocols to address any issues that may arise.
• Identify potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and maintain relationships to secure the best terms and pricing.
• Understand and manage supplier Master Service Agreements (MSAs) to solidify relationships and ensure clarity on terms such as manufacturing service agreements and procedures for handling obsolete materials after a specified period.
• Utilize strong negotiation skills to secure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions. and drive value for the organization.
• Stay updated on market trends, industry developments, and technological advancements to drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.
The ideal candidate will have:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, with a focus on electronic components preferred.
• Proven track record of successful supplier management, negotiation, and contract management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Experience with procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is highly desirable.
• Experience with NetSuite software is highly desirable.
• Certification in procurement (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) is highly desirable.
Schedule: 8 AM to 5:00 PM
Days: Monday through Friday
Pay Rate: $90,000 to $100,000 yearly
*Pay range 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.
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Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at ?Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.
Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.

Volt is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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