Buyer
US-CA-Placentia
Job ID: 2026-16771
# of Openings: 1
Category: Sourcing SupplyChain & Logistics
US-CA-Placentia-3011
Overview
The Buyer role within ITT Pro Services is a highly tactical position that demands strong computer proficiency, advanced keyboarding skills, and exceptional attention to detail. This role is responsible for executing day-to-day procurement activities to support production and project needs, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.
The Buyer works closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to manage purchase orders, maintain accurate system data, and drive on-time delivery. Responsibilities include supplier coordination, order tracking, and issue resolution, all while adhering to company standards for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. This position plays a critical role in maintaining operational efficiency through disciplined execution and effective supplier management.
Responsibilities
- ADHERANCE TO ALL SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL AND HOUSEKEEPING GUIDELINES IN THE PLANT AND OFFICE SETTINGS
- GENERATE AND INTERPRET PURCHASE ORDER DEMAND REPORTS
- EFFECTIVELY AND PROFFICIENTLY RECOGNIZE DEMAND
- MAINTAIN AND AUDIT SUPERMARKETS FOR REPLENISHMENT IN A SHOP FLOOR SETTING
- PURCHASE ORDER ENTRY/CREATION - ERP
- PURCHASE ORDER UPDATE/MAINTENANCE - ERP
- DISCRETE PURCHASE ORDER MANAGEMENT
- ABILITY TO MANAGE AND SUPPORT JOB EXECUTION ENVIRONMENT
- EXPEDITES DELIVERY OF GOODS AND SERVICES PURCHASED
- EXPEDITE PURCHASE ORDERS - ABILITY TO MANAGE EXECUTION AND RECOVERY OF SUPPLY
- CREATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PURCHASE ORDER RECORDS AND RECEIPTS
- MAINTAIN WORKING RELATIONSHIPS WITH SUPPLIERS AND INTERNAL CUSTOMERS
- COMMUNICATE AND NEGOTIATE WITH SUPPLIERS
- SUPPLIER DELIVERY (ON-TIME PERFORMANCE)
- SUPPLIER PAYMENT - RECEIPT RECONCILATION TO SUPPLIER INVOICE TO ENSURE TIMELY PAYMENT
- SUPPLIER PAYMENT - RECEIPT RECONCILATION TO SUPPLIER INVOICE TO ENSURE TIMELY DISPUTE
- SUPPLIER ADD - INITIATE AND SUPPORT THE CREATION OF NEW SUPPLIERS INTO THE ERP SYSTEM
- SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT - TRACK AND MONITOR SUPPLIER QUALITY AND DELIVERY
- SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT - KPI COUNTERMEASURE - CREATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF COUNTERMEASURE
- EFFECTIVELY Documents underperforming suppliers and establishes corrective action plans in accordance with our Quality Management System, replacing suppliers who fail to meet our standards.
- SUPPORT SHOP PRODUCTION/PROJECT REVIEW MEETING WITH TIMELY AND ACCURATE JOB PURCHASE ORDER DELIVERY DETAIL
- PROCUREMENT OF GOODS AND SERVICES - SUPPLIER SELECTION THROUGH COMPETITIVE BID
- SALES ORDERS QUOTATION SUPPORT - PROVIDE QUOTATIONS TO SUPPORT REPAIR QUOTATIONS
- ANNUAL PURCHASE PRICE SAVINGS: MATERIAL AND SERVICE
- MULTI-SITE RESPONSBILITY
- CAPITAL PURCHASING LEAD FOR MULTI-SITES/REGION
Qualifications
Competency/Skills
- PROFFIENT IN USE OF COMPUTER
- PROFFIENCY IN USE OF MICROSOFT OFFICE (EXCEL, WORD, POWERPOINT)
- PROFFIENCY IN USE OF EPICOR ERP PLATFORM (VANTAGE OR KINETIC) OR OTHER ERP SYSTEMS
- PROFFIENCY IN NAVIGATING MULTIPLE SYSTEM PLATFORMS
- PROFFIENCY IN SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT AND PURCHASE ORDER RECOVERY
- ABILITY TO READ, INTERPRET AND ANALYZE DRAWINGS FOR PART NUMBER, OPTIONS, MATERIAL, REVISION, AND APPROVAL
- SELF STARTER WITH ABILITY TO WORK WITHIN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT
- ABILITY TO RECOGNIZE INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMERS
- ABILITY TO EFFECTIVELY MANAGE MULTPLE TASKS/PRIORITIES WHILE MEETING DEADLINE OR SCHEDULES
- EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS TO INTERACT EFFECTIVELY WITH DIVERSE GROUPS
- ABILITY TO RECOGNIZE POTENTIAL PROBLEMS AND RESOLVE PROACTIVELY
- ABILITY TO RECOGNIZE PURCHASING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND COMPLIANCE RISK
- Strong understanding of pump components and repair processes including welding and machining.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Proficient in use of computer and other electronic devices such as tablets
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (Epicor or equivalent)
- Proficiency in use of excel and functionality to support data mining and analysis
- Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- ADEPT AND AGILE IN EXPEDITING PURCHASE ORDER FULLFILLMENT
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in industrial equipment repair or machining, preferably industrial pump/rotating equipment.
- Proficiency in reading technical drawings and using precision measuring tools.
- Strong understanding of pump components and repair processes including welding and machining.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Proficiency in use of excel and functionality to support data mining and analysis
- Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
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