Buyer

Buyer

Location: San Fernando, CA | Onsite

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Compensation: $27.00–$30.00 per hour

Company Overview

A well-established food manufacturing organization specializing in flavor development, juice processing, and ingredient solutions. The company is committed to quality, innovation, food safety, and continuous improvement while partnering with customers across a wide range of food and beverage markets.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to support the Purchasing Manager in maintaining sufficient inventory levels to meet production deadlines and customer requirements.

This position is responsible for routine purchasing activities involving materials used in the manufacturing process, including inventory review, purchase orders, vendor management, pricing, and sourcing. The Buyer will also be cross-trained on Procurement responsibilities and serve as backup to the Purchasing Manager when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Print and review reorder listings and evaluate inventory requirements and order quantities based on established minimum and maximum inventory levels.
• Place orders with approved vendors through Purchase Requisitions.
• Meet with vendors as needed.
• Maintain vendor files for purchased products and maintain a minimum of two alternative sources when possible.
• Research available pricing and verify that competitive pricing is being obtained.
• Update pricing and shipping information.
• Communicate purchasing information promptly to appropriate departments.
• Verify that purchase orders have proper authorization and accurate pricing and quantities.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Junior Buyer or Buyer.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Good math skills.
• Ability to report to any company facility based on business needs, sometimes with same-day notice.

Preferred:

• College degree.

Key Competencies

• Purchasing and procurement
• Inventory replenishment
• Purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Vendor management
• Pricing research and verification
• Alternative supplier sourcing
• Inventory level management
• Cross-functional communication
• Accuracy and attention to detail

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buyer looking to join an established manufacturing environment in San Fernando, CA.