Purchasing Specialist

Job Description We are looking for a highly organized Purchasing Specialist to support procurement operations and keep materials flowing efficiently across the business in Stockton, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can balance supplier coordination, inventory awareness, and cost-conscious purchasing decisions in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help strengthen vendor relationships, improve material availability, and contribute to practical enhancements in purchasing processes.Responsibilities:• Track material consumption trends, review daily replenishment needs, and verify stock accuracy when inventory questions arise.• Source raw materials, components, and operational supplies to maintain uninterrupted production and business support.• Build productive relationships with suppliers while negotiating pricing, delivery expectations, and quality standards.• Partner with inventory planning, sales, and operations teams to maintain appropriate packaging and material levels.• Investigate purchasing obstacles and work cross-functionally to resolve supply issues in an efficient manner.• Review slow-moving and aging inventory to identify opportunities for better ordering strategies and potential cost savings.• Stay current on market developments, supplier capabilities, and emerging purchasing practices that may benefit the organization.• Prepare and manage purchase orders while ensuring timely follow-up on open orders and vendor commitments.• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related supply chain role.• Working knowledge of purchase order processing, supplier coordination, and day-to-day purchasing activities.• Experience supporting inventory control efforts and using data to guide replenishment decisions.• Ability to negotiate effectively with vendors on cost, quality, and delivery expectations.• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately and efficiently.• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across purchasing, sales, inventory, and operations teams.• Familiarity with purchasing department processes and merchant services or related vendor-facing functions.