Buyer

Rock West Composites•San Diego, CA

121d•Onsite

About The Position

Rock West Composites, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer. Rock West Composites, Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for commercial and government customers. This position is located in San Diego, Ca and reports to the Supply Chain Director. As a Buyer, you’ll manage procurement activities, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure the timely and cost-effective purchasing of materials and supplies. You’ll work closely with vendors, production teams, and internal departments to support operational demands, maintain accurate inventory levels, and contribute to efficient, organized, and compliant purchasing processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent of 10 years of buying experience.
US. Person under 22 CFR 120 (due to ITAR Restrictions)
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Purchasing certificate or APICs certification a plus.
Previous SAP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives.
Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and pricing; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from engineering or quality.
Obtains purchased items by forwarding purchase orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.
Negotiates purchase orders based on cost, terms, and service.
Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipment discrepancies with suppliers.
Maintains accurate lead times in the ERP system consistent with supplier performance and operational needs.
Expedites delivery of goods to users as needed to support production schedules.
Demonstrates understanding of the supply base and commodities required for composite manufacturing.
Ability to calculate Economic Order Quantities (EOQ) based on material cost, lead time, and usage.
Manages items with expiration dates to reduce overall scrap and material waste.
Analyzes data in the ERP system to validate demand and procure materials according to established ABC policies.
Ensures accuracy and consistency of procurement and inventory data within the ERP system.
Supports operational efficiency through proactive planning, data analysis, and continuous process improvement.
Other duties as assigned.