Senior Buyer
Kimco Staffing Services, Inc. · Torrance, CA · Today
On-sitePurchasing$80k–$90k/yrFull-time
Summary
Seeking a Senior Buyer to manage purchasing, supplier relationships, and materials planning in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on, on-site role supporting production and engineering teams.
Top 3 Must-Haves
- 5+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
- Hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAGE or similar)
- Strong supplier sourcing, negotiation, and inventory management experience
Responsibilities
- Manage RFQs, sourcing, and purchase orders (POs)
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and supplier agreements
- Support demand planning and material requirements (MRP)
- Maintain inventory, monitor safety stock, prevent shortages
- Balance supply/demand to meet production schedules
- Track shipments and expedite deliveries
- Resolve supplier quality and delivery issues
Requirements
- Bachelor’s + 5 yrs experience OR Associate’s + 10 yrs experience
- Manufacturing/high-tech environment experience preferred
- Strong Excel and analytical skills
- Must work onsite daily Monday-Friday (not remote or hybrid)
Keywords
- Senior Buyer
- Procurement
- Supply Chain
- MRP
- ERP
- Sourcing
- RFQ
- Purchasing
- Inventory Control
- Manufacturing