Junior Buyer / Planner
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Buyer / Planner to join our team in San Jose, CA. This on-site position will play a critical role in ensuring smooth and efficient supply chain operations by coordinating logistics, managing vendors requests, and supporting inventory control processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has experience coordinating global logistics, ensuring compliance with cross-border regulations, exceptional organizational skills, and possesses strong problem-solving abilities. Familiarity with SAP and its supply chain modules is essential to succeed in this role.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain or logistics, preferably in a global or multinational organization.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience with buying and planning.
- Hands-on experience with SAP supply chain modules is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), and supply chain management software.
- Knowledge of international shipping and customs documentation processes.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to work with global vendors and internal teams.
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with international shipping regulations and customs procedures is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Global Vendor Management: Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain strong vendor relationships.
- International Logistics Oversight: Manage inbound and outbound shipments, including cross-border shipping, customs documentation, and compliance with international trade regulations
- Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels, track stock movements, and support demand planning to meet global business needs
- To get pricing information for parts, services and comparing prices.
- Order Processing: Process and track purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to global company standards.
- Cross-Border Compliance: Ensure all supply chain activities comply with import/export laws and regulations across multiple regions.
- Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of shipments, inventory, and vendor agreements across global markets.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with international teams, including procurement, production, and warehouse staff, to optimize global supply chain processes.
- Performance Reporting: Generate detailed reports on supply chain performance metrics and provide recommendations for global process improvements.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
- 401k retirement plan
- HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
- Vacation and Sick Leave.
- Paid holidays and floating holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
