Job Locations US-CA-San Diego

Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers and prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes or for internal use as a generalist or in a combination of Purchasing Disciplines

* Manages procurement and purchasing operations and implements the strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing.
* Maintains strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain.
* Collaborates with other functions to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels.
* Implements processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands.
* Oversees auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations.
* Leads and manages the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience

Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree

Discipline/Major: Business or Supply Chain Management preferred.
Additional Certifications:

Years and Area of Experience (required for the role): 5-7 year's experience relevant to the positions functional area

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Leadership skills. Decision-making skills. Oral and written communication skills. Analytical thinking skills. Detail oriented. Ability to meet deadlines.

Critical Professional Related Technical Skills; Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), proficiency in MRP systems (IFS preferred)

$80,080 - $148,720

Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program.

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.

Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.