Buyer

Multiquip•Cypress, CA

17h•$34 - $38•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail‑driven and solutions‑oriented Buyer to support our Power Equipment product lines through effective sourcing, procurement, and supplier management. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in ensuring the timely and cost‑effective flow of materials, components, and services that support sales, production, and aftermarket parts operations. If you thrive in a manufacturing environment, enjoy collaborating cross‑functionally, and take pride in driving strong supplier partnerships, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the supply chain.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience as a Purchasing Agent or Buyer in a manufacturing environment
(custom manufacturing or job‑shop experience preferred)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or equivalent combination of education and experience
Basic understanding of supply chain and procurement concepts
Familiarity with manufacturing processes
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, engineering change orders, and Bills of Materials
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
Ability to interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or digital formats
Strong interpersonal, customer service, and telephone skills
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
Comfortable solving practical problems in environments with limited standardization
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience entering and maintaining data in ERP systems
(SAP experience strongly preferred)
Regularly required to sit and use hands for typing, handling materials, or filing
Frequently required to talk and hear
Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, and stoop
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Must have close‑vision capability to review documents and computer screens

Nice To Haves

custom manufacturing or job‑shop experience preferred
SAP experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Review material requirements and purchase requisitions (SAP, Power Apps, or manual requests) for accuracy, historical usage, and validity to determine optimal purchase quantities and vendor selection.
Source new and existing components to achieve the best balance of quality, cost, and lead time for both current and future needs.
Identify alternative components and new supplier sources for long‑lead or constrained materials to support production, service, and aftermarket teams.
Determine procurement method (direct buy vs. bid), prepare purchase orders and bid requests, and negotiate pricing and terms within scope of authority and budget.
Review bid proposals and support supplier selection based on quality, cost, delivery, and performance.
Execute inter‑warehouse transfers as needed to support inventory and production requirements.
Work with engineering drawings and specifications for bid submittals.
Release and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and associated components.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, change orders, and single‑level and multi‑level BOMs.
Support custom and job‑shop manufacturing environments.
Qualify new suppliers and maintain strong relationships with existing vendors to ensure consistent quality and supply continuity.
Confer with vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules, leveraging market knowledge to assess value.
Address defective or non‑conforming materials in collaboration with Quality, Engineering, and vendors to determine root cause and corrective actions.
Expedite material deliveries to meet production and user requirements.
Partner with manufacturing, receiving, quality, engineering, product management, sales, accounting, other buyers, and aftermarket/parts teams to ensure smooth information flow across the supply chain.
Maintain accurate procurement records including pricing, delivery performance, inventory levels, and supplier metrics.
Perform other related duties as assigned in support of supply chain operations.

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off — accrue up to 4 weeks per year
Excellent Benefits Package starting the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment, including:
Medical, Dental & Vision (including orthodontics)
Company‑paid Life, AD&D, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (FSA), accident plans, and supplemental options
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
MetLife Hyatt Legal and AFLAC plans
Employee Assistance Program