Buyer

GILLIG•Livermore, CA

66d•$80,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in the environmental and social initiatives in communities across our nation. GILLIG is on the forefront in the transition to zero-emission vehicles and has an unmatched reputation in the industry for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support. From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA. We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Supply Chain Professional with a background in manufacturing or related field. Our Buyers are responsible for planning, negotiating, and purchasing components in support of our manufacturing facility in Livermore, California. The ideal candidate would consistently: Be a team player that excels in maximizing Supplier Performance Expertly manage competing priorities Identify and lead initiatives to reduce cost and increase service Access risk and proactively resolve potential issues with continuity of supply Work closely with multiple departments, including Engineering, Quality Assurance, Production, Sales and Warehouse to optimize GILLIG’s Supply Chain and ensure production material is stocked as required Plan and place purchase orders, with appropriate Lead Time for assigned commodities Expedite and resolve issues Identify, evaluate, and integrate new suppliers and technologies Improve operational efficiency in the supply chain Manage supplier relationships and be the point of contact for all supplier issues Investigate, determine root cause, and resolve for inventory and invoicing discrepancies Ensure the continuous improvement of quality, service and total cost in support of our business goals Performs other duties as required Through individual contributions, established procedures and cross functional influencing, GILLIG’s Buyers ensure all materials, services, and supplies are available as required to support GILLIG Production.

Requirements

BA/BS or equivalent work experience
3+ years previous experience in a purchasing or supply chain role
Experience with Supplier Managed Inventory Contracts
Strong problem-solving skills, organization skills, and attention to detail
Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to create, analyze and make decisions based off large amounts of data
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Previous experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of lean principles is preferred
Proficient in use of Syteline MRP system a plus

Responsibilities

Plan and place purchase orders, with appropriate Lead Time for assigned commodities
Expedite and resolve issues
Identify, evaluate, and integrate new suppliers and technologies
Improve operational efficiency in the supply chain
Manage supplier relationships and be the point of contact for all supplier issues
Investigate, determine root cause, and resolve for inventory and invoicing discrepancies
Ensure the continuous improvement of quality, service and total cost in support of our business goals
Performs other duties as required