Senior Buyer

Our client is a renowned global provider of classic British car parts, celebrated for their commitment to excellence and trusted by enthusiasts worldwide. Their success is deeply rooted in the knowledge and character of their dedicated team, many of whom have been part of the team for over two decades.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Buyer. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing purchasing areas efficiently, ensuring quality, cost-effective sourcing, and maintaining optimal inventory levels. This position requires effective collaboration with suppliers, negotiation skills, and a commitment to delivering the best products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned purchasing areas to support efficient and cost-effective operations.

• Work directly with suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and delivery standards, adhering to purchasing policies.

• Monitor and manage multiple suppliers, negotiate prices, and analyze inventory trends.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and pricing.

• Place purchase orders, control inventory, and ensure appropriate stock levels.

• Arrange and track the transport of goods, collaborating with warehouse teams for expedited receiving.

• Assess stock quality, escalate discrepancies to suppliers and management.

• Collaborate with Merchandising, Sales, and Engineering on sales events, new items, and product availability.

• Research and evaluate potential new sources of supply, on-boarding new suppliers as needed.

• Process requisitions and provide timely updates to management on order status.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years' experience as a buyer, replenishment re-buyer, or inventory planner.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Critical thinking and negotiation skills, experience in buying mechanical parts and with engineering drawings.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent follow-up/follow-through and problem-solving skills.

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently under limited supervision.

• Overseas travel to China required for trade shows, company events, and supplier locations.

• Automotive parts industry experience preferred.

• Mandarin speaking is highly advantageous.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for classic cars and meet the above qualifications, we invite you to apply!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Purchasing of Mechanical Parts and/or Equipement: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Mandarin (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Goleta, CA 93117 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Goleta, CA 93117: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person