Jobs · Purchasing

Buyer

Blackstone Talent Group · San Diego, CA · 3 wk ago
RemoteRemotePurchasingContract

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organized and execution-focused Buyer to support our growing Procurement team. This role is responsible for managing a high volume of procurement requests, partnering with internal stakeholders, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring timely purchase order and contract execution. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys operational excellence, and can manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a high volume of procurement intake requests from stakeholders across the business.
  • Review purchase requisitions for completeness and policy compliance.
  • Source routine goods and services by obtaining supplier quotes and evaluating pricing.
  • Create, issue, and manage purchase orders (“ZIP Requests”).
  • Coordinate with Legal, Finance, AP, and business stakeholders to facilitate contract execution and purchasing activities.
  • Track procurement requests through completion and proactively communicate status updates.
  • Resolve invoice, PO, and payment issues with Accounts Payable, stakeholders, and suppliers.
  • Monitor procurement SLAs and ensure timely completion of assigned work.
  • Maintain procurement documentation and system records.
  • Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and eliminate manual work.

Qualifications

  • 3–6 years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
  • Experience supporting high-volume purchasing operations.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to prioritize competing requests in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Proficiency with procurement systems such as Coupa, ZIP, SAP Ariba, Oracle, Workday, or similar platforms.
  • Proficiency with contract databases such as IronClad or similar.
  • Advanced Excel and reporting skills preferred.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience supporting a high-growth technology company.
  • Familiarity with procurement policies and purchasing controls.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, and Accounts Payable.
  • Knowledge of supplier onboarding and vendor management processes.

Success in the First 90 Days

  • Independently manage a high-volume procurement queue while consistently meeting SLA targets.
  • Build strong relationships with key business stakeholders.
  • Reduce procurement cycle times through proactive follow-up and issue resolution.
  • Maintain high accuracy in purchase orders, supplier records, and procurement documentation.
  • Identify and implement at least one process improvement that increases team efficiency.

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