Buyer - Commodity Specialist

TalentBurst, Inc.

Gilroy, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$34.59–$39.41 Per Hour

SKILLS

Agile Programming Methodologies, Business Support, Calendar Management, Capacity Management, Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Demand Forecasting/Planning, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Change Order, English Language, Forecasting, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Inventory Turns, Kanban, Manufacturing, Materials Planning, Medical Equipment, Metrics, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Order Delivery, Order Picking/Packing, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Procurement Planning, Product Development, Product Pricing, Product/Service Launch, Production Support, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, SAP, Sales Support, Sourcing Strategy, Supply Chain, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Gilroy, CA

POSTED

1 day ago

Job Title: Buyer - Commodity Specialist
Location: Gilroy CA
Duration: 12+ Months

Job Description:
Primary Function of Position:
Manages procurement of direct materials to support business
requirements: including purchase order management, negotiating costs,
purchase order management, and inventory management. Assists with key
procurement initiatives as directed by management.

Roles & Responsibilities:
• Administers and manages purchase orders and delivery commitments to designated suppliers as necessary to support production and/or sales requirements within the business.
• Reviews, interprets, and communicates material demand forecast and manages capacity planning for assigned commodity groups and/or supplier relationships.
• Supports alignment of production supplier requirements and sourcing strategies with those of product development (NPI) for designated suppliers/commodities to ensure uninterrupted material availability, alignment of risk, and cost goals with vision for the business.
• Owns performance management and improvement efforts for designated suppliers, providing information to strategic purchasing for supplier business reviews.
• Utilizes lean sourcing principles (Kanban, consignment, and other similar material pull methods) to achieve 100% material availability and optimize on-hand inventory.
• Embraces continuous improvement techniques to drive toward attainment of key purchasing metrics (supplier on-time delivery, quality, inventory turns, problem shelf, expedited inbound freight, vendor scrap, E&O reduction).
• Leverages problem solving skills to propose solutions to identified supply chain issues.
• Coordinates engineering change order activity with suppliers and other functional groups.
• Coordinate with strategic purchasing price changes due to cost reduction initiatives, volume pricing or requested by supplier.
• Supports assigned commodity team by participating in identified risk mitigation and cost reduction opportunities and supporting other commodity projects as assigned.

Skills, Experience, Education, & Training:
• BS degree or equivalent
• 3+ years of purchasing experience in a regulated industry manufacturing environment (medical device preferred).
• Computer experience including MS Office products and ERP systems, preferably SAP and Agile.
• Working knowledge of buying, material planning, master scheduling, and forecasting.
• Demonstrates concern for precision and thoroughness.
• Ability to consistently achieve stretch goals and objectives.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects successfully.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• English 90%
• Availability to travel to both domestic and international suppliers.

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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About the Company

TalentBurst, Inc.

For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.

Due to our prioritization of excellent standards, we are Joint Commission Certified and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the USA and Canada. Supporting over 130 Fortune 500 companies globally, we excel in navigating the landscape of talent acquisition. In a world of constant change, we embrace developing people-centric solutions that address the unique demands of our clients. Stay connected by visiting our website and following us on social media!

COMPANY SIZE

5,000 to 9,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2002

WEBSITE

http://www.talentburst.com/

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