Sr Procurement Specialist

ElDorado National California Inc•Riverside, CA

2d•$85,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

ENC is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer with OEM procurement experience in the automotive sector. The role sources and negotiates critical materials, including raw materials, electronic components, steel, engines, and tires. It requires expertise in OEM supply chains, cost optimization, supplier management, and inventory control, along with strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills and knowledge of OEM standards and requirements. The position is onsite at ENC’s Riverside, California facility. The salary range is $85,000–$115,000. ENC describes opportunities for hands-on training, skill development, career growth, and long-term career pathways within manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or a combination of education and work experience.
At least 5 years of procurement experience in a dynamic environment.
Proven OEM procurement experience, including sourcing raw materials, electronic components, steel, engines, and tires.
Deep understanding of OEM supply chain operations, JIT models, and supplier performance metrics.
Understanding of Product Lifecycle Management, Configuration Management, Configuration Control, NPI, and production control.
Experience with IMP/IMS, risk management, configuration management, and requirements management processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and advanced formulas, and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
Knowledge of OEM-specific quality and compliance requirements, including ISO/TS certifications and APQP processes.

Nice To Haves

Supply chain or engineering degree preferred.
Automotive procurement experience preferred.
Strong relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers in the automotive supply chain are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Procure materials in compliance with OEM specifications while optimizing cost, quality, and delivery.
Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to achieve best value and schedule alignment.
Oversee the RFQ process, procurement awards, purchase order creation, and goods receipt management.
Build and maintain supplier relationships that support production and quality standards.
Manage inventory to support just-in-time production and minimize manufacturing disruptions.
Analyze and control Price Per Variance (PPV) to meet cost objectives and improve profitability.
Ensure suppliers meet delivery schedules and promptly resolve performance issues to avoid delays.
Conduct procurement analyses to optimize decisions and improve supply chain efficiency.
Maintain corporate records and ensure compliance with Non-Disclosure Agreements, export compliance, and contracts.
Ensure suppliers meet OEM-specific quality and regulatory standards, including ISO/TS certifications and APQP processes.
Use Excel tools and ERP/MRP systems to analyze procurement data and provide actionable insights.