Buyer II

DescriptionOur manufacturing company operates five manufacturing plants, four distribution warehouses, and five sales offices. We pride ourselves that over the years, our constant has been the persistence of our Founder's original vision: To supply lumber and building material dealers with a wide selection of quality products, knowledgeable and responsive service, and fair prices. Over half of our employees have been here for 20+ years - a direct reflection of our company's commitment to excellence.The Buyer II is a results-driven, analytical, and team-oriented professional responsible for executing purchasing activities that ensure material availability aligns with production and customer demand. This role requires strong ownership of purchase order accuracy, proactive supplier management, and a solid understanding of supply chain operations.The Buyer II partners cross-functionally with Purchasing, Sales, Planning, and Logistics to maintain a reliable and cost-effective supply chain while continuously identifying opportunities for improvement. This position is designed for individuals looking to expand their impact, with a clear path for growth into a Purchasing Supervisor role based on performance, leadership, and business acumen.Hourly Range: $31.00 to $35.00 (Based on experience)Job Type: Full-timeSchedule:• 8-hour shift / 7:30 AM – 4 PM• Monday–FridaySupervisory Responsibilities: NonePosition is located in Riverside, CA and is in-person.Up to 15% of travel may be required.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Core Purchasing ResponsibilitiesConvert MRP (Buy Plan) signals into accurate and timely purchase ordersIssue and manage purchase orders, including changes, confirmations, and acknowledgmentsValidate supplier pricing and ensure accuracy across all systems and documentationMaintain accurate PO data, including dates, quantities, and costsReview and process daily order acknowledgmentsMonitor open purchase orders and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding itemsExpediting & Order ManagementProactively expedite critical materials to prevent shortages or production delaysTrack and manage partial shipments to ensure order completenessCommunicate with suppliers to resolve delivery issues and maintain lead time commitmentsMaintain visibility of order status and escalate risks as neededSupplier Relationship ManagementMaintain regular communication with suppliers to review performance and delivery schedulesTrack shipments and ensure timely updates on delivery statusAddress and resolve quality concerns in coordination with internal teamsResolve documentation discrepancies (e.g., COO, packing lists, invoices)Build and maintain strong, professional supplier relationshipsInventory & Material Availability ManagementMonitor inbound materials and identify potential shortages or supply risksEscalate high-risk or constrained items to Purchasing leadershipManage reorder points and order frequency to balance inventory levels and avoid excessReview and validate Buy Plan recommendations to ensure alignment with actual demandMaster Data & System AccuracyMaintain accurate item master data, including pack sizes, costs, and order quantitiesIdentify and communicate required updates to lead times, MOQs, or system parametersReport and troubleshoot system or Buy Plan issues impacting purchasing signalsPerformance Metrics (KPIs)Purchase order accuracy and data integrityOn-time order placement and supplier delivery performanceAchievement of departmental KPIsEffectiveness of supplier communicationContinuous improvement in purchasing processesStock-out KPI understanding and taking proactive actionsEducation and Experience Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferred.Minimum of 3+ years of experience in Purchasing, Material Planning, or Demand PlanningStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, Pivot Tables, and Power Query)Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skillsHigh attention to detail with a focus on accuracyExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsWorking knowledge of supply chain best practices and market awarenessExperience with Microsoft Teams required; Power BI experience is a plusPhysical Requirements:Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.Travel Requirements: Travel may be required to meet suppliers.Benefits:401(k)Dental InsuranceEmployee discountFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceT.M. Cobb/ Haley Brothers, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.T.M. Cobb does not hire anyone under the age of 18.