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Procurement Buyer

Procurement Buyer

Legacy Staffing • Bakersfield, California, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Job Title: Procurement Buyer

Location: Bakersfield, CA (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary but can lead to perm under circumstances
Posted by: $25+ DOE

Position Overview

Legacy Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Buyer on behalf of a manufacturing client. This role is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating materials, equipment, and services to support operations. The position involves managing purchase orders, maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring inventory levels, and supporting cross-functional teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing

  • Review purchase requests for accuracy, approvals, and compliance with procurement procedures
  • Create, process, and maintain purchase orders within ERP systems
  • Ensure proper documentation and audit readiness for all transactions

Supplier Management

  • Communicate with suppliers to confirm pricing, lead times, delivery schedules, and quality expectations
  • Maintain supplier records, pricing files, and procurement documentation
  • Support supplier evaluations, scorecards, and business reviews

Inventory & Material Coordination

  • Monitor inventory levels, MRP requirements, and replenishment needs
  • Coordinate material deliveries with vendors, production teams, and warehouses
  • Ensure materials are available to support operations and production timelines

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Finance on capital purchases and invoice discrepancies
  • Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and other departments
  • Support new product launches and material readiness timelines

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

  • Review open purchase orders and ensure timely receiving and closure
  • Support cost savings initiatives and process improvement projects
  • Assist with reporting, metrics tracking, and departmental analysis

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
  • 3–5 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience preferred
  • Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Customer service mindset and collaborative approach
  • Ability to adapt to change and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Combination of office and manufacturing environment exposure
  • May occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
  • Exposure to noise, equipment, and production areas as needed

Key Success Factors

  • Strong ownership of tasks and follow-through
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across teams
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency
  • Continuous focus on improving processes and reducing costs

If you're a driven procurement professional looking to grow within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply. Legacy Staffing is proud to connect supply chain professionals with impactful and growth-oriented opportunities.

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