Junior Buyer (Los Angeles)

Were looking for a driven, detail-oriented Buyer / Sourcing Specialist to join a fast-paced, creative team supporting product development, purchasing, and vendor management. This role offers hands-on exposure to international sourcing , cross-functional collaboration , and career growth within a dynamic environment!

The Buyer / Sourcing Specialist will support the purchasing and sourcing team with vendor management, negotiations, and product development. This is a highly collaborative position requiring strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. The role is ideal for someone with a background in purchasing, sourcing, or international trading who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

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Responsibilities

Source new products, vendors, and materials to support business needs and product development initiatives

Manage open purchase orders, inbound shipments, and vendor communications

Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times with suppliers to achieve cost and delivery targets

Prepare and issue RFQs and related documentation for product and packaging sourcing

Support cross-functional teams including Product Development, Sales, Shipping, and Creative

Maintain and update purchasing data, including BOMs and vendor records

Monitor production timelines and ensure on-time delivery from international and domestic suppliers

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Qualifications

2+ years of purchasing or sourcing experience, ideally in beauty, packaging, or consumer products

Strong negotiation skills and proven vendor management experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Understanding of BOMs, sourcing processes, and international trading

Experience working with overseas vendors, especially in China, is highly preferred

Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred

Bilingual skills are a plus (Asian languages or Spanish preferred)

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines