Supply Chain Buyer

Fortinet•Sunnyvale, CA

7h•$50,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Under direct supervision, supports day-to-day purchasing and material planning activities to ensure uninterrupted production operations. This role is responsible for executing procurement, maintaining system accuracy, coordinating global logistics, and working cross-functionally with Planning, Manufacturing, Finance, and Warehouse teams. The position also contributes to supplier performance monitoring, cost control, and inventory optimization, providing a strong foundation for growth into advanced sourcing or commodity management roles.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in a purchasing or supply chain role, preferably within technology or manufacturing environments
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred
Working knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP), waterfall analysis, and Red-Yellow-Green (RYG) reporting in an EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) environment
Familiarity with electronic components and product structures (BOMs) preferred
Exposure to logistics operations and freight forwarder coordination is a plus
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); ERP system experience preferred

Responsibilities

Execute procurement activities with approved domestic and international suppliers in alignment with demand requirements
Maintain and update master purchasing data to ensure accuracy and system integrity
Create, monitor, and manage purchase orders, including status tracking and on-time delivery performance within the ERP system
Track shipments and provide timely updates on material status, risks, and delays
Proactively identify material shortages and communicate supply risks to planning and manufacturing teams
Collaborate with Planning and Manufacturing to ensure production schedules are supported and maintained
Manage global logistics coordination with freight forwarders, including freight quotation review, shipment allocation and routing, and freight invoice verification and issue resolution
Monitor supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness) and drive issue resolution while supporting ongoing supplier communication and relationships
Track and support Purchase Price Variance (PPV), validate pricing against quotes and contracts, and contribute to cost control initiatives
Support inventory optimization by aligning purchasing decisions with demand forecasts and helping mitigate excess, shortages, and obsolescence
Partner with Accounts Payable and Finance to resolve discrepancies related to receipts, invoices, credits, and freight charges
Coordinate with Warehouse teams to address receiving issues and ensure accurate material transactions
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and documentation requirements
Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs, including evolving responsibilities within procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations