Senior Buyer (west Coast Operations)

Collectors

Santa Ana, CA, US
Base: $85,000 - $101,000; bonus/equity: eligible f...
Fully remote
6+ years procurement experience in manufacturing
Injection molding component sourcing expertise
Tooling program and new product introduction management
Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology providing value-added services for collectors worldwide, grading and authenticating millions of items

Job Summary

  • Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology providing value-added services for collectors worldwide, grading and authenticating millions of items.
  • The Senior Buyer will lead strategic sourcing for injection molded components, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost, quality, and delivery outcomes across multiple facilities.
  • Employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, flexible time-off, and employee discounts on grading services.

Matching Summary

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology providing value-added services for collectors worldwide, grading and authenticating millions of items.

Salary

Base: $85,000 - $101,000; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for bonuses/commissions; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, Flexible PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 6+ years procurement experience in manufacturing
  • Injection molding component sourcing expertise
  • Tooling program and new product introduction management
  • ERP system proficiency (NetSuite)
  • Supplier performance and contract negotiation skills

Nice-to-have

  • Multi-site manufacturing environment experience
  • Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge
  • Global sourcing and international logistics exposure
  • Plastics manufacturing process familiarity
  • ISO/AS/TS standards compliance experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering
  • 6+ years of procurement experience within manufacturing
  • Authorized to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States

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