Purchasing Agent Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Location: Corona, CA – May support multiple facilities

(approximately 5 miles apart)

• Manages purchasing activities and procurement execution to support production schedules, material requirements, inventory objectives, and operational needs
• Leads supplier communications and negotiates pricing, lead times, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms to support cost-effective procurement and supplier performance
• Manages open purchase orders and material commitments, proactively monitoring order status, identifying supply risks, and ensuring material availability aligns with production requirements
• Evaluates supplier performance, delivery reliability, and responsiveness, working with vendors to resolve issues and improve service, quality, and delivery performance
• Analyzes material shortages, supply constraints, and procurement risks and develops solutions to minimize operational disruptions and maintain continuity of supply
• Coordinates with Inventory and Warehouse teams to align purchasing activities with inventory levels, material requirements, incoming shipments, and ERP data accuracy
• Utilizes Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to support purchasing decisions, inventory alignment, forecasting activities, and production schedules
• Reviews and validates purchase requirements, specifications, quantities, sourcing options, and supplier selections prior to order placement
• Collaborates with Production, Engineering, Inventory, Quality, and other departments to support material flow, project requirements, and operational objectives
• Supports vendor management activities, including vendor setup, supplier performance monitoring, pricing updates, return material authorizations (RMAs), and procurement documentation
• Maintains accurate purchasing records, supplier information, procurement reports, and ERP system data to support operational and business requirements
• Prepares and analyzes purchasing data, supplier performance metrics, inventory information, and operational reports to support decision-making, continuous improvement, and supply chain performance

• Procurement Management and Purchasing Execution, managing purchasing activities, supplier relationships, and material procurement to support production schedules, inventory requirements, and operational objectives
• Supplier Management, Communication, and Negotiation, leading vendor interactions and negotiating pricing, lead times, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms to optimize cost, service, and supplier performance
• Material Planning, MRP Utilization, and Inventory Alignment, utilizing Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to support purchasing decisions, inventory levels, forecasting activities, and production requirements
• Supply Risk Analysis and Problem Resolution, identifying material shortages, supplier concerns, delivery risks, and procurement issues while developing effective solutions to minimize operational impact
• Purchasing Analysis and Decision Making, evaluating purchasing requirements, supplier options, pricing, lead times, and sourcing alternatives to support informed procurement decisions
• ERP System Utilization and Data Management, maintaining accurate purchasing records, supplier information, procurement reports, and material data within ERP systems such as SAP
• Cross-Functional Collaboration, working effectively with Production, Engineering, Inventory, Quality, Warehouse, and other departments to support material flow and operational objectives
• Organization, Attention to Detail, and Prioritization, managing multiple suppliers, purchase orders, material requirements, and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and accountability
• Continuous Improvement and Operational Efficiency, identifying opportunities to improve purchasing processes, supplier performance, material availability, and overall supply chain effectiveness
• Microsoft Office and Business Systems Proficiency, utilizing Excel, Outlook, ERP systems, and reporting tools to support procurement analysis, communication, and operational reporting
• Language and Communication Skills, ability to read, write, and speak English is required; bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, or a related field required
• 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or material planning experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• 3–5 years of experience managing supplier relationships, including pricing negotiations, lead time management, delivery performance, and procurement coordination
• 3–5 years of experience utilizing ERP systems and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to support purchasing activities, inventory alignment, and material planning (SAP preferred)
• 3–5 years of experience analyzing purchasing data, supplier performance, inventory requirements, and material availability to support operational decision-making
• Experience supporting low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, electrical equipment manufacturing, or other industrial manufacturing environments preferred

1. Close Eye Work (computers, drawing, typing, reading, writing)

1. Sedentary (continuous sitting)

1. Light Work (standing, walking, lifting <15 pounds)

1. Moderate Work (lifting, moving, loading 15-30 pounds, prolonged use of small hand tools, climbing ladders)

1. Moderately Heavy Work (lifting, moving, loading 31-50 pounds)

1. Heavy/Hard Work (above average strength and stamina, lifting >51 pounds, constant shoveling, etc.)