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Beyond daily operations, the Senior Buyer/Planner leads high-level negotiations and contract management to secure optimal pricing and lead times. If you thrive in a fast paced atmosphere, enjoy exercising creative problem-solving skills and exploring uncharted territory, then read on.

<p>Dunlop Manufacturing, a leader in music accessory manufacturing, is seeking a Senior Buyer/ Planner for on-site work in Benicia, CA. </p><p> </p><p>The Senior Buyer/Planner oversees the end-to-end procurement and production planning process for Dunlop products. This role is pivotal in coordinating raw material acquisition, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring all parts and supplies meet our rigorous quality standards. Beyond daily operations, the Senior Buyer/Planner leads high-level negotiations and contract management to secure optimal pricing and lead times. The ideal candidate is an ERP/MRP expert with extensive experience in diverse material sourcing and subcontract management.  This position also handles the issuance of production orders for internal manufacturing and production.</p><p> </p><p>If you thrive in a fast paced atmosphere, enjoy exercising creative problem-solving skills and exploring uncharted territory, then read on. </p><p> </p><p>Duties & Responsibilities: This list is representative of the duties and responsibilities of this position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. </p><p> </p><ul><li>Process purchase requirements for various production materials</li><li>Evaluate items for cost competiveness. Establish and maintain cost reduction programs</li><li>Recommend new sources and suppliers.</li><li>Negotiate blanket purchase contracts with new and existing suppliers that will deliver product at lowest total acquisition cost.</li><li>Interact with a diverse group of suppliers regarding quality discrepancies, requisitions, and PO variances.</li><li>Plan, modify, and reschedule purchase orders according to production schedules </li><li>Develop and maintain Bills of Materials</li><li>Assists with producing and scheduling production runs based on product demands </li><li>Maintain the schedule and actively communicate changes to production team on a routine basis.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of 8-10 years of experience as a Buyer/Planner/Purchasing Agent.</li><li>Experience in Sourcing new suppliers and competitive bidding.</li><li>High School or some college. </li><li>Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills. Comfortable working under the pressure of time constraints.  Strong interpersonal skills and a good presence.</li><li>Strong math & computer skills.</li><li>Able to work on own and within a team environment.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Office with focus on Excel) and MRP systems. </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We offer a competitive hourly wage<strong>, </strong>commensurate with experience, ranging from $37.00–$50.00 per hour<strong>.</strong> Benefits include: Profit Sharing Plan, 401k Program, Medical, Dental, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave.</p><p><strong>Local San Francisco, Bay Area candidates are preferred.</strong></p><p>Dunlop Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer</p>

Dunlop Manufacturing, Inc.

Senior Buyer/Planner

Bidding

Bill of Materials (BOM)

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Contract Management

Contract Negotiation

Cost Analysis

Cost Control

ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)

Manufacturing

Mathematics

Microsoft Office

Music

Operations

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Pricing

Problem Solving Skills

Procurement Planning

Production Planning

Production Schedule

Purchase Orders

Purchasing/Procurement

Quality Metrics

Secondary School

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

Vendor/Supplier Relations

Vendor/Supplier Selection

Vendor/Supplier Sourcing

Writing Skills

Workable

The Senior Buyer will act as a key commercial and supply chain interface between Engineering, Sales, Operations, and suppliers, ensuring competitive cost structures, supplier readiness, and supply continuity from development through serial production. This role is crucial in leading procurement activities across new product introductions, customer and internal RFQs, and strategic sourcing.

<h2>Position Overview</h2><p>Ultimate Staffing Services is actively seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join their client's team in Newark, California. This role is crucial in leading procurement activities across new product introductions, customer and internal RFQs, and strategic sourcing. The Senior Buyer will act as a key commercial and supply chain interface between Engineering, Sales, Operations, and suppliers, ensuring competitive cost structures, supplier readiness, and supply continuity from development through serial production. The position focuses on driving cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk mitigation while supporting business growth and time-to-market objectives.</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead procurement activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept to launch.</li><li>Manage supplier technical and commercial alignment for new products.</li><li>Support prototype, pilot, and ramp-up phases, ensuring material availability and supplier readiness.</li><li>Own and manage the RFQ process for new and existing products, including complex and custom solutions.</li><li>Prepare and analyze supplier quotations, cost breakdowns, and total cost of ownership (TCO).</li><li>Lead price, lead time, MOQ, and commercial term negotiations.</li><li>Support customer quotations by providing accurate, competitive, and timely cost inputs.</li><li>Benchmark suppliers and markets to ensure competitive positioning.</li><li>Ensure RFQs and Purchasing comply with internal governance, sourcing strategies, and customer requirements.</li><li>Prepare PR for all requirements based on external Customer/Internal Customer need.</li><li>Create and issue POs in ERP/MRP; maintain data accuracy (item codes, lead time, MOQ, supplier codes, price validity).</li><li>Maintain vendor price agreements in ERP and support landed cost updates (freight, duty, FX).</li><li>Support cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Audit invoices prior to payment where discrepancies occur.</li><li>Handle other tasks assigned by direct report.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><h3>Education</h3><p>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field. A Master's degree or professional certification is a plus.</p><h3>Experience</h3><ul><li>Five to eight years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or buying within packaging, manufacturing, or engineered products.</li><li>Proven experience supporting new product introduction or new customer programs.</li><li>Strong experience working with technical and engineering teams.</li><li>Knowledge of packaging materials is a plus.</li><li>Ability to work on a variety of demands at the same time.</li></ul><h3>Languages</h3><ul><li>Fluent in English.</li><li>Ability to communicate well with others through written and verbal skills.</li><li>Able to make effective and persuasive presentations in all sorts of situations.</li></ul><h2>Skills and Competencies</h2><ul><li>Able to make effective and persuasive presentations in all sorts of situations to employee groups and management.</li><li>Ability to respond under pressure situations with clear and decisive action.</li></ul><h2>Required Work Hours</h2><p>Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM</p><h2>Benefits</h2><p>Max Pay: $90,000 per year</p><p>Min Pay: $75,000 per year</p><p>Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly to this job posting for consideration.</p><p><em>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. </em></p>

Jess Bushey

Senior Buyer

Benchmarking

Billing

Business Growth

Business Support

Cargo/Freight

Continuous Improvement

County Ordinances

Customer Support/Service

Data Quality

English Language

Negotiation Skills

People Management

Persuasion Skills

Process Improvement

Process Management

Product Packaging

Product Positioning

Product Support

Product/Service Launch

Prototyping

Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations

Reconciliation

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Risk Management

Sales Operations

Sourcing Strategy

State Laws and Regulations

Supplier Optimization

Supply Chain

Supply Chain Management

Technical Leadership

Time Management

Total Cost of Ownership

Vendor/Supplier Evaluation

Vendor/Supplier Management

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Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Specializing in precision machining and metal fabrication, our Sanmina Newark, California facility has 15 years experience in both precision and large format solutions for industrial, semiconductor, clean technology and oil & gas markets.

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<div id="job-detail"><div><div></div><div><div><div>Category (For Job Seekers)</div><div id="job_details_ats_requisition_category_id">Materials/Planning/Procurement/SCM</div></div><div><div>Location</div><div id="job_details_hua_location_id">13571 - EMS Newark CA USA - Newark, CA 94560 US (Primary)<br/></div></div><div><div>Job Description</div><div id="job_details_ats_requisition_description"><p style="text-align:justify;margin-bottom:11px">Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.</p><p style="text-align:justify;margin-bottom:11px">Specializing in precision machining and metal fabrication, our Sanmina Newark, California facility has 15 years experience in both precision and large format solutions for industrial, semiconductor, clean technology and oil & gas markets. We provide comprehensive engineering and test capabilities: from in-house and hydrostatic leak-testing of medium and large format vacuum chambers to machining of precision stainless steel mechanisms. We have the capacity to machine components up to 3 meters. Our metal fabrication services include grinding, vacuum welding, heat treating, plating and anodizing. We can process many advanced materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, plastics, ferrous-nonferrous and other exotic alloys. </p><p style="text-align:justify;margin-bottom:11px"><b>Job Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Working independently, responsible for the activities and monitoring of the supply chain involved in the savings programs.</li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Wearing MRP and/or manual requirements, analyzes the demand to determine the needs of the site, releasing RFQ's for price and availability.</li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Responsible for the management of all SB program requests, metrics and reports, meetings with suppliers (SBR's) 3 times</li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">per year, customer service and availability to travel</li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Working independently, coordinates purchasing activities and processes purchase reqs in a timely manner. </li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Using MRP and/or manual reqs, analyzes demand to determine need, sends out RFQ's for price and availability. </li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Monitors supplier delivery. </li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Negotiates price/volume/delivery dates. </li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Processes RMA's.</li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Expedites and reschedules as necessary to meet production requirements. </li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">Responsible for resolving AP/AR issues through analysis and investigation. </li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-left:8px">May research alternative suppliers for obsolete or long lead time parts. </li><li style="text-align:justify;margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px">Senior Buyers may manage implementation of engineering changes, interpretation of procurement policies, process improvement projects, contract negotiation and approval of PPV's.</li></ul><p><strong>Education:</strong> Engineering, Administration or Commerce<br/><strong>Experience:</strong><br/>2-5 years’ experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain.</p><p><strong>Knowledge:</strong><br/>Management of Oracle, M3K, Knowledge of key metrics in the purchasing area, negotiation with suppliers, Flexibility Programs (VMI, VCI,830, etc..), Knowledge of MRP and production processes</p><p><strong>Skills / Competencies:</strong><br/>Good knowledge and understanding of the supply chain, the negotiation process and cost analysis.<br/>Personality traits: Responsible, committed, proactive, analytical, work under pressure.</p><p> </p><p><b>This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.  </b></p><p>Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity</p><p>Salary Range (annual): $75,000.00 -$98,000.00  Actual base pay within this range (determined at the offer stage) will be based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package.  The total rewards package also includes a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.</p></div></div></div></div></div>

Sanmina

Buyer - (105522)

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Aerospace and Defense

Analysis Skills

Car Wash

Clean Technologies

Contract Approval

Electronics Manufacturing Services

Engineering Management

Grinding

Machining

Materials Planning

Metal Manufacturing

Metrics

Multimedia

Needs Assessment

Network Security

OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)

Oil and Gas

Oracle

Plating Processes

Policy Development

Process Analysis

Requirements Management

Semiconductors

Testing

United States Citizen

Welding

Sanmina Jobs

About the RoleIn the Merchandise Coordinator role, you will work closely with a very passionate and collaborative group of team members. About the TeamYou will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trend.

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About the TeamYou will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trend. Our job blends creativity, analytics, and marketing.About the RoleIn the Merchandise Coordinator role, you will work closely with a very passionate and collaborative group of team members. The Merchandise Coordinator will provide support and coordination for the Associate Buyer and Sr. Buyer in specified merchandise categories for all channels of sales. We strive for operational excellence while developing best in class merchandising strategies each season.Responsibilities* Own sample management - communicating and partnering with our photo and warehouse teams to track sample positions* Work in Merchandise Buyer systems to set up and maintain all SKUs* Enter and maintain all price/cost changes for relevant categories* Prepare reporting as directed and assist Assistant Buyers with business opportunities* Maintaining data accuracy and integrityCriteria* BA/BS degree required* Previous experience in Merchandising preferred* Passion for product* Ability to handle multiple priorities, shifting tasks and timelines* Ability to work autonomously, strong decision making skills with good judgement* Strong written and verbal communication to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams* Detail-oriented - takes the appropriate time to complete tasks and reviews work to ensure accuracy* Ability to work in a fast pace, often changing environment* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint); ability to create pivot tables and experience with advanced formulas such as VLOOKUP a plus* Ability to transport samples including: lifting, moving, carrying objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis* This role requires being onsite in our San Francisco office Monday through Thursday and Friday as optional in the office* Occasional travel may be required within the bay area for photo shoots and floor sets.Our Culture & ValuesWe believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.People FirstPutting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:Benefits* A generous discount on all WSI brands* A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities* Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer* Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits* Tax-free commuter benefits* A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional healthContinued Learning* In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University* Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities* Resources for self-development* Advisor (Mentor) program* Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker seriesWSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.The expected starting pay range for this position is $28/HR. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.#LI-AD1

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