Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Manager

Type : Full-Time in Santa Ana, CA

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000

Company Overview : eJam is a leading consumer products brand incubator and holding company, specializing in direct-to-consumer e-commerce, third-party marketplaces, and retail distribution channels. We are committed to innovation, building brands and products that people love, and driving exceptional performance across multiple markets.

Position Summary : The Purchasing Manager will manage the sourcing and procurement of raw ingredients and packaging components from global suppliers (primarily in North & South America), ensuring alignment with company goals and operational efficiency. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with proven experience in vendor management, cost optimization, and demand planning.

Experience in the CPG industry, especially in personal care and / or confectionery, is highly preferred. This is an individual contributor role that reports to the Director of Supply Chain.

What Your Day Will Look Like :

• Supplier Collaboration : Engage in daily communication with suppliers to confirm purchase orders, track production timelines, and resolve any fulfillment or quality issues.
• Sourcing & Negotiation : Identify and evaluate suppliers for raw ingredients and packaging; negotiate pricing, payment terms, and lead times to support margin targets and supply stability.
• Inventory & Demand Planning : Analyze inventory levels, collaborate on forecasts, and plan purchases to ensure supply aligns with sales velocity and production schedules.
• Purchase Order Execution : Create and manage POs in the company's procurement system with precision, ensuring accurate specs, quantities, and timelines.
• Cross-Functional Alignment : Work closely with Product Development, Quality Control, and Demand Planning teams to ensure materials meet specifications and timelines for new launches and ongoing production.
• Problem Solving : Address supply issues such as shortages, defects, or delivery delays in coordination with QC and operations teams.
• Continuous Improvement : Drive improvements in procurement workflows, cost efficiency, and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities :

Procurement & Sourcing

Demand Planning & Inventory Management

Vendor Relations

Process Optimization