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Kindeva Drug Delivery

Procurement Direct Buyer

Northridge, CA · On-site

$87K - $116K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

The Procurement Direct Buyer II works cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and suppliers to ensure materials meet quality and technical requirements, supplier performance is ...

Rivian

Sr. Program Manager, Procurement Controllership

Irvine, CA · On-site

$107K - $134K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Procurement Controllership Program Manager you will support our direct purchasing teams in our vehicle and company financial objectives. Your role will focus primarily on day to day support of ...

Delta Star, Inc.

Director of Procurement

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$143K - $178K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Develop and execute procurement strategies for direct materials, indirect spend, and capital equipment. * Establish category management strategies that optimize cost, improve supplier diversification ...

Deluxe Media, Inc.

Director, Dubbing Procurement

Burbank, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Director, Dubbing Procurement Description POSITION TITLE: Director, Dubbing Procurement REPORTS TO: Vice President, Vendor Management ABOUT THE ROLE: Position Overview The Director of Dubbing ...

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Remote Procurement Director (Bakersfield)

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$165 - $185/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Overview We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Procurement Director to lead and optimize our procurement operations. This executive-level role is responsible for creating and ...

Medium

Remote Procurement Director (Anaheim)

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$165 - $185/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Overview We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Procurement Director to lead and optimize our procurement operations. This executive-level role is responsible for creating and ...

Fair Square

Director of Procurement

San Diego, CA · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Director of Procurement * Reports to: Chief Financial Officer * Location: San Diego, CA; Atlanta, GA; or Orlando, FL (Maitland, FL) * Hybrid 3 days/week in office, 2 days/week remote, Full time M-F

FairSquare

Director of Procurement

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

$150K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Director of Procurement * Reports to: Chief Financial Officer * Location: San Diego, CA; Atlanta, GA; or Orlando, FL (Maitland, FL) * Hybrid 3 days/week in office, 2 days/week remote, Full time M-F

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How much do direct procurement jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for direct procurement in California is $35.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.66 and $39.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in direct procurement?

To excel in Direct Procurement, you generally need a strong background in supply chain management, negotiation, and strategic sourcing, often supported by a relevant degree or professional certification such as CPSM or CIPS. Familiarity with procurement software (like SAP Ariba or Oracle Procurement Cloud), contract management systems, and data analytics tools is typically required. Outstanding relationship-building, communication, and problem-solving skills help professionals collaborate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders. These competencies ensure cost-effective purchasing, risk mitigation, and the reliable supply of goods essential to business operations.

What is direct procurement?

Direct procurement refers to the process of acquiring raw materials, components, and goods that are directly used in a company's production process. These purchases are essential for manufacturing finished products and typically involve large volumes and long-term supplier relationships. Managing direct procurement efficiently is crucial for maintaining production schedules, ensuring quality, and controlling costs. It often requires close collaboration between procurement, production, and supply chain teams.

What is the difference between Direct Procurement vs Indirect Procurement?

AspectDirect ProcurementIndirect Procurement
DefinitionProcurement of raw materials and components used directly in manufacturingProcurement of goods and services not directly involved in production
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, production, supply chainOffice, administrative, support services
Required CredentialsSupply chain certifications, procurement experienceProcurement, purchasing, or administrative experience
Industry UsageManufacturing, industrial sectorsCorporate services, IT, facilities management

Direct Procurement focuses on acquiring raw materials for production, while Indirect Procurement handles non-production goods and services. Both roles are essential in supply chain management but differ in scope and focus areas.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in direct procurement, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Direct Procurement often face challenges such as supplier risk management, maintaining cost competitiveness, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Balancing quality requirements with budget constraints and building strong supplier relationships are key to overcoming these hurdles. Effective communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders, such as production and quality teams, are also essential to align procurement strategies with business needs. Utilizing data analytics and staying informed about market trends can further help anticipate disruptions and negotiate better terms.

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Infographic showing various Direct Procurement job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,327 per year, or $35.3 per hour.

Procurement Direct Buyer

Kindeva Drug Delivery

Northridge, CA • On-site

$87K - $116K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

OUR WORK MATTERS
At Kindeva we make products that save lives, ensuring better health and well-being for patients around the world
ROLE SUMMARY
This is an exciting opportunity as a Procurement Direct Buyer who is responsible for ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of direct materials needed to support production. This role manages supplier relationships, issues and monitors purchase orders, and coordinates with internal stakeholders to maintain material availability, meet delivery expectations, and support business continuity.
The role also supports sourcing, negotiation, inventory planning, and issue resolution within a regulated manufacturing environment. The Procurement Direct Buyer II works cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and suppliers to ensure materials meet quality and technical requirements, supplier performance is monitored, and procurement processes are continuously improved.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Utilize Microsoft D365 to review requirements, research purchase and usage history, review inventory levels in order to purchase raw materials. This includes firming planned purchase orders and planned production orders. Aligns orders with production schedule requirements considering lead time, transportation, phase in/phase out of packaging materials, quality testing timelines, safety stock, available capacity, and other general supply chain planning parameters.
  • Source, evaluate and select suppliers for direct materials and services, ensuring quality, cost and delivery requirements are met. Negotiates pricing, terms and contracts with terms which are favorable to Kindeva.
  • Issues purchase requisitions and purchase orders, ensures timely order confirmations and is responsible for ensuring on time delivery (OTD) of raw materials and other production-related supplies to support production schedules. Monitors OTD report in Power BI and works toward improvement to Class A level.
  • Reviews exception messages to ensure materials are expedited and de-expedited weekly.
  • Provides information to support customer order promise dates and timely communication of changes. Facilitates communication between procurement, production, supply chain and quality and acts as the point of contact with suppliers to relay issues and resolve problems.
  • Utilizes Quality system to request any changes to existing part numbers such as updating a product code. As assigned, processes Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCAR) or Corrective Action, Preventative Action (CAPA), provide support and escalation.
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with business partners and stakeholders, both internal and external.
  • Responsible for awareness and compliance of Procurement policies, procedures and systems and complies with them.
  • Participates in self-development activities and provides training to peers and internal stakeholders.
  • May support Indirect Procurement activities as needed.
  • Execute other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or other related field, with a minimum of 5 years' related experience in Procurement or 3 years' experience with master's degree.
  • Experience with Microsoft D365 MRP and Procurement software.
  • Experience with Power BI.
  • 3+ years' experience in a highly regulated industry (pharmaceutical, medical device, etc.)
  • 3 years' relevant work experience in procurement, sourcing, contracts, analytics, ERP Systems.
  • Intermediate to advanced level computer skills that include Microsoft Office (with an emphasis on Excel), ERP Systems, Quality Management Systems, on-line procurement portals and other similar tools.
  • Knowledge of Incoterms 2020.
  • Self-starter, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Working knowledge of theories and practices applied to planning, procurement and inventory.
  • Excellent communications skills both oral and written to communicate clearly and effectively with others, including the ability to make effective presentations.
  • Strong business acumen and an analytical mind. Problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills to interface with internal customers, management and employees in other Kindeva locations.

Preferred Skills & Experience
  • 1+ yrs experience in Continuous Improvement methodology such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Total Quality Management Systems (TQMS), Yellow Belt/Green Belt.
  • APICS/ASCM/CIPS/ISM coursework towards certification preferred

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Kindeva does not accept unsolicited assistance from headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted to Kindeva employees-regardless of format-without a valid, signed agreement and an approved job order from an authorized signatory in Talent Acquisition will be considered the sole property of Kindeva. No fees will be paid in the event that a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited resume or referral.
The expected compensation range for this position represents a good faith estimate. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental, & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and 401k Benefits, etc.).
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Kindeva Drug Delivery is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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