Buyer

Golden Hippo•Woodland Hills, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The mission for the Buyer role at Golden Hippo is to be the architect of our cost-effective sourcing strategy. You'll leverage your negotiation skills and market knowledge to secure the best possible deals on high-quality materials and products, ensuring we deliver exceptional value to our customers and achieve our business goals. Responsible for issuing all purchase orders, tracking, and follow-up. Serve as the vendor liaison for issue resolution and vendor complaints and participate in/lead supplier engagement activities. Build customer relationships internally, providing timely and accurate information to the business. Lead cost-savings initiatives that impact the business. Identify and select primary and secondary suppliers. Complete requests for quotes by identifying and selecting vendors and suppliers using criteria such as quantity and quality of commodities, price, and delivery date. Explain and clarify purchasing procedures to internal departments as well as vendors. Solve problems with orders in an efficient and timely manner. Analyze purchase requisitions and review for accuracy and completion. Collaborate with department managers to clarify purchase requisitions, identify departmental needs, and refine specifications for future purchase orders. Follow proper channels to obtain purchase authorization according to company policy and investigate and cultivate new sources for supplies and products. Research and prepare bid specifications and issue bid requests to several potential vendors and suppliers.

Requirements

Willingness to take initiative.
Ability to exercise independent judgment.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Exemplary interpersonal skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of commodities in the area of specialization.
Adaptable and Flexible.
2-3 years related experience.

Nice To Haves

Food, nutrition and/or beauty industry experience.
Previous buying experience strongly preferred, or ability to demonstrate comparable knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

Responsible for issuing all purchase orders, tracking, and follow-up.
Serve as the vendor liaison for issue resolution and vendor complaints and participate in/lead supplier engagement activities.
Build customer relationships internally, providing timely and accurate information to the business.
Lead cost-savings initiatives that impact the business.
Identify and select primary and secondary suppliers.
Complete requests for quotes by identifying and selecting vendors and suppliers using criteria such as quantity and quality of commodities, price, and delivery date.
Explain and clarify purchasing procedures to internal departments as well as vendors.
Solve problems with orders in an efficient and timely manner.
Analyze purchase requisitions and review for accuracy and completion.
Collaborate with department managers to clarify purchase requisitions, identify departmental needs, and refine specifications for future purchase orders.
Follow proper channels to obtain purchase authorization according to company policy and investigate and cultivate new sources for supplies and products.
Research and prepare bid specifications and issue bid requests to several potential vendors and suppliers.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans.
Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $9 million to date.
We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions , ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career.
6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, free weekly yoga and meditation classes, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan , where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock.
Professional development opportunities with mentorship, continuous learning programs, and performance-based pay increases, empowering you to progress and excel in your career.
Tuition reimbursement program , which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts, empowering you to invest in your ongoing growth and development.
Work towards our collective goals and earn up to 2 extra weeks of pay each month, based on the achievement of KPIs .
Celebrate your accomplishments with our Win of the Week, Spot Bonus, Work Anniversary, and Shout-Outs programs , where your hard work is not only valued but also acknowledged and rewarded.
Reimbursements for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usage for eligible employees.
For those coming into our Woodland Hills, CA office, you’ll find a fully stocked kitchen and a free on-site gym .
Virtual and in-person company events , like our annual holiday party, happy hours, and virtual cooking nights, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance.