Buying Professional

Job Title: Buying Professional

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Pay rate: $ 38/hr.W2

Shift timings: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Position Description:

• Manage purchase requisitions (PRs), purchase orders (POs), and related order transactions.
• Process purchase requisitions (in accordance with approval thresholds) and ensure all required information is accurately maintained to company process
• Analyze material availability and manage the full PO lifecycle, including order shipping and tracking, content verification, accurate price, RMA, and on-time material supply aligned with demand.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and utilize approved contract partners to secure competitive Terms & Conditions
• Drive inventory optimization initiatives, including reduction of excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory
• Managing part revisions and leading the implementation of related rework activities.
• Maintain proper document archiving in accordance with local regulations and company policy to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives and procurement process standardization efforts, ensuring relevant project information is communicated to maintain alignment and visibility among all stakeholders.
• Support daily operational activities, including but not limited to purchase order management.

Experience & Skills Requirements

Years of Experience: ~4 years

Must-Have Skills:

• SAP Purchasing Module within the last year
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• Experience using shared drives and working knowledge of Power BI
• Strong understanding of the Purchase Order (PO) process and part lifecycle
• Vendor/supplier relationships management
• Experience working with SQEs, quality and engineer teams
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to support occasional early meetings (e.g., 6:00 AM global calls)

Education Requirements

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree