Buyer

Purchase goods, services, and assets for the company. Manage assigned commodities, issue bids, negotiate contracts, pricing and terms, manage suppliers, and maintain strong department relationships.

Develop, administer, and award RFP’s, RFQ’s and RFI’s for Maintenance Repair Operation (MRO) commodities, assets, and other assigned special projects; analyze responses to determine which response(s) comply with requirements and offer the best value

Plan, prepare, and conduct negotiations with suppliers for a wide range of products, services, and terms

Manage and monitor national and local contracts to ensure terms and conditions are valid, continuously enforced, and are met and mutually acceptable; ensure all contracts awarded are cost – effective and in the company’s best interest

Develop and write Memos of Understanding (MOUs), Statements of Work (SOW) and contacts as needed; ensure interests are protected, and the risk is identified, minimized, and managed in all contracts and relationships

Establish and maintain productive relationships between customers and suppliers; evaluate suppliers’ performance in meeting contractual, customers’, and Purchasing’s expectations

Utilize supply chain management methods and tools; manage our supply chain, and continue and optimize the flow of products and services

Assist with supplier certification and evaluation programs; source, interview, and screen prospective suppliers

Partner with internal customers to identify needs, prepare specifications, identify options, and ensure purchases meet customers’ requirements and are cost-effective

Compile and analyze data for commodity studies, Total Cost of Ownership reports, and justification for buying decisions

Stay current on market conditions and trends that may impact flow, pricing, and availability of products

Collaborate in the development of multi-million dollar budgets and department plans; assist customers with budget calculations and the monitoring of expenses

Collaborate in the monitoring, maintenance, and upgrade of purchasing and inventory control software; apply troubleshooting techniques to resolve system and database problems

Design and provide ad-hoc inventory and control database reports to internal customers

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field; in lieu of a degree 4 years of functional experience

In-depth knowledge of purchasing procedures, practices, and inventory control

Proven negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient with MS Office applications

Competent with each commodity’s technical terms and the ability to document and communicate these terms effectively with suppliers and customers

Knowledge of General Accounting Principles, accounts payable processes, and financial reporting

Knowledge of Uniform Commercial Code, contract management, supplier management, and contract law

Proficient with Crystal Reports or other report writing software

Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties

Working Conditions

The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust etc.

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Preferred Skills

Experience in production management

SAP and Eyewear experience 

Fluency in Vietnam and/or Thai 

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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. 

Salary Ranges: $59,850.00 - $87,675.00

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.  We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. 

Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.

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