Buyer (Raw Materials/Component) - (Santa Ana, CA)

Position description We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join our team. This individual needs to have industry experience and experience in purchasing raw materials and components. This position will collaborate together with the Marketing teams, Supply chain team, and Suppliers.RESPONSIBILITIES: Procure Raw Materials and Components in a timely manner to ensure delivery prior to scheduled production date, with emphasis on meeting target price, quality, quantity, availability, and delivery dates. Maintain communication with suppliers, obtain bench marking prices, manage development of new suppliers and materials. Manage supply levels based on immediate demand, forecast quantities and material lead times. Daily entering and issuing purchase orders to vendors, daily communication with suppliers to manage on-time delivery of open orders, and working directly with multiple departments (R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Receiving and Accounting).