Adecco is hiring immediately for a Buyer with a local client in Santa Clara, CA. Pay is $25.00/hr. - $26.40/hr.

Key Responsibilities:

· Negotiates pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision.

· Quotes materials; procures materials, components, equipment and services at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Expedites and ensures the timely receipt of materials.

· Works with engineering and MPM or SCM to recommend new suppliers. Issues RFQs, analyzes proposals, negotiates prices and delivery, issues and/or adjusts purchase orders in a timely manner. Follows-up on orders, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records.

· Negotiates vendor contracts, as appropriate.

· Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.

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