Buyer, Systems Supply Chain

Raymond West•Cypress, CA

12h•$63,000 - $117,260•Hybrid

About The Position

Raymond West is looking for a dynamic Buyer to join our Systems Team! The Buyer is a professional individual contributor responsible for the strategic and operational procurement of goods and services critical to organizational success. Serving at the intersection of finance and procurement, this role ensures material and service availability while optimizing cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance. The Buyer manages day-to-day purchasing activities, evaluates sourcing options, negotiates pricing and contract terms, and develops productive supplier relationships to secure the best overall value for the organization. This role analyzes purchasing trends, identifies cost-saving opportunities, and partners closely with internal stakeholders to support operational and production requirements. Operating with a high degree of independence, the Buyer applies in-depth procurement knowledge and experience to resolve complex purchasing challenges, balance competing priorities, and improve procurement processes. The role utilizes established policies, procedures, and industry best practices while taking new perspectives to solve problems and drive business results. The Buyer serves as a resource and subject matter expert for less experienced team members and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain functions. This is a professional-level individual contributor role that requires seasoned judgment, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex supplier relationships with minimal guidance. It represents a fully proficient career level where expertise is recognized across the organization and where an employee may remain successfully for many years through continued mastery of the discipline. The Buyer will apply advanced knowledge of procurement principles, purchasing practices, and supplier management. Solves complex problems by adapting existing solutions and exercising independent judgment while working with minimal supervision and prioritizing work independently. This role Leads purchasing activities with significant operational impact and serve as a resource and mentor for colleagues with less experience. Drive process improvements and cost optimization opportunities. The ideal candidate will build effective partnerships with suppliers and internal stakeholders and influence outcomes through expertise, analysis, and negotiation rather than through direct supervisory authority.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent Organizational Time Management skills
Advanced skills in Microsoft office Suite and similar software
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
Must be able to maintain effective working relationships with employees, Coworkers, and Managers in other departments
Must be willing to work off-hours as specific needs dictate and willing to assume more responsibility as required.
Proficiency in ERP systems.
Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
Problem-solving and initiative.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or Engineering.
3–5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, preferably in manufacturing or intralogistics.

Responsibilities

Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues such as delays or quality concerns.
Use systems to manage requisitions and generate purchasing reports.
Maintain compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Responsible for Strategic Procurement Planning
Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with financial and operational goals.
Conduct market analysis and supplier evaluations to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks.
Manager the Purchase Order Management process
Create, review, and issue purchase orders based on requisitions and inventory levels with a cap of $50,000.
Monitor orders for timely delivery and accuracy.
Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and supplier invoices.
Conduct Financial Analysis and Oversee Budget Management
Analyze procurement data and expenditures to track budget performance.
Collaborate with finance teams to manage procurement budgets and forecasts.
Will be responsible for Supplier Relationship Management
Research and assess suppliers for quality, reliability, and ethical standards.
Negotiate favorable terms and pricing.
Draft and review supplier contracts.
Negotiate pricing and delivery terms with suppliers.
Maintain supplier databases and conduct audits.
Will Oversee Compliance and Risk Management
Assess and mitigate risks such as supplier dependencies and price volatility.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.
Will work with Cross-Functional teams throughout the organization and collaborate with departments leaders
Work closely with finance, accounting, operations, and other departments.
Provide financial insights to support decision-making.
Take an active approach to Continuous Improvement
Drive initiatives to enhance procurement processes and systems.
Implement tools and technologies to improve efficiency.