Buyer 1

AAA • Costa Mesa, CA

2d • $27 - $36

About The Position

Buyer 1 Buyer 1 supports the Procurement function by performing basic purchasing and administrative activities under close supervision. This role is ideal for a candidate new to procurement who is eager to learn corporate purchasing processes, systems, and supplier coordination while following established policies and procedures. The Buyer works primarily with approved vendors, processes routine transactions, and assists senior buyers and management with day-to-day procurement operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• 0–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related administrative role
• Internship or entry-level exposure to corporate procurement environments is a plus
• Basic understanding of purchasing principles and supply chain concepts
• Familiarity with procurement-related laws and regulations is helpful but not required
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Experience or exposure to purchasing or ERP systems like Oracle EBS/Fusion is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Having a positive attitude and teamwork mentality
• Ability to follow established procedures and work well under supervision

Responsibilities

• Process requisitions and create purchase orders in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
• Perform data entry and maintenance of vendor, item, pricing, and supplier information in purchasing systems
• Work with approved and pre-selected suppliers to support the timely purchase and delivery of goods and services
• Track shipments and follow up on delivery status with vendors
• Resolve routine shipment and invoice discrepancies; escalate complex issues as needed
• Assist with supplier performance reviews in coordination with managers and senior buyers
• Coordinate with Corporate Payables to manage pending invoices and resolve discrepancies
• Monitor stock inventory levels and assist in maintaining optimal inventory using established control techniques
• Support adjustments to reorder points, safety stock levels, and Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) calculations
• Assist in administering corporate contracts, including filing, tracking, and monitoring expiration dates
• Support contract setup and amendments by coordinating reviews with the Legal Department on selected transactions
• Analyze bid waivers and assist in determining justification
• Review competitive bids and support award recommendations under supervision
• Provide guidance to internal departments regarding appropriate purchasing policies and procedures
• Assist in resolving issues related to purchase requests that are not in compliance with purchasing policies
• Communicate with suppliers, internal departments, management, and legal staff regarding order status and documentation
• Support supplier liaison activities, including meetings or site visits, as required

Benefits

• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension
• Tuition assistance
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees