Purchasing Specialist
Supply Chain & Logistics
Riverside County, CA, US
Pay Rate Low: 30 | Pay Rate High: 36
Added - 08/07/2025
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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to make a tangible impact on operations by ensuring critical materials, equipment, and services are efficiently procured to meet customer and production needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage daily operations of the TCI purchasing team, ensuring smooth procurement of materials, services, and supplies to support production schedules and customer demands.
Negotiate competitive pricing with suppliers while maintaining high standards of quality and service.
Manage the full procurement cycle including requisition processing, purchase orders, and vendor records.
Identify and evaluate suppliers for material availability, pricing, lead times, and long-term partnerships.
Maintain and update pricing databases and lead time logs to optimize purchasing decisions.
Ensure contract and purchase order compliance with company policies and procedures.
Conduct market and delivery analysis to forecast and mitigate supply chain risks.
Assist in developing and refining procurement policies, contract terms, and sourcing strategies.
Support resolution of supplier issues including claims, disputes, and performance concerns.
Administer and maintain digital purchasing platforms and procurement systems.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required; preferred focus in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration.
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a purchasing or procurement role, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution setting.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Proven negotiation and vendor management experience.
Solid understanding of procurement systems, supply chain standards, and best practices.
This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!
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