Position Overview

Ultimate Staffing is actively seeking a skilled Purchasing Supervisor to join their client's team in Sacramento, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to oversee daily purchasing operations, function as a Buyer, and provide both project and internal support. The Purchasing Supervisor will implement strategies to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, and pricing, ensuring a smooth and efficient procurement process.

Responsibilities

General Job Description: The Purchasing Supervisor will supervise a team of Buyers, ensuring that they provide a comprehensive procurement solution relative to their responsibilities. This role requires routine interaction with the team and internal customers, focusing on effective leadership and problem-solving.

• Supervise a team of Buyers responsible for project or internal support functions.
• Assist in recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training of new team members.
• Collaborate with Buyers daily to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Identify and offer solutions to any issues to the Purchasing Manager and/or Director.
• Handle subcontract reviews, bond reviews, and redline review/negotiations.
• Resolve billing disputes between Project Managers and suppliers, escalating when necessary.
• Manage the process of mitigating delays and notifying suppliers of their cost responsibilities.
• Maintain knowledge of market conditions related to pricing and product issues.
• Update and maintain unit cost pricing database.
• Identify areas for potential cost reduction and analyze pricing changes.
• Track costs in unit measurement and evaluate market trends.
• Develop and maintain reports to manage suppliers and staff.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or recognized equivalent.
• 2 years of related work experience in materials and production field.
• Knowledgeable in Supply Chain Management practices.
• Proficient understanding of issuing subcontracts, HVAC Equipment, and other related areas.
• Proficient in MS Excel and MS Word.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize duties, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally in a team environment.
• Strong business writing skills, including proper grammar and terminology.
• Industry knowledge preferred but not required.
• High customer service skills.
• Ability to organize large amounts of information.
• Goal-oriented and able to meet deadlines.

Required Work Hours

Monday to Friday, 1st shift

Benefits

Additional benefits and details will be provided during the interview process.

Additional Details

Salary range: $90,000 to $123,000 annually, with around 70% travel time required for this supervisory position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.