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TalentZok lists this Purchasing Agent opportunity in vista, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Purchasing Agent - TalentZok
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Immediate opening for a Purchasing Agent in Vista, CA who possesses:
3+ years of purchasing or buyer experience within a manufacturing environment
Experience purchasing machine tooling for machining or CNC operations, including cutting tools, inserts, holders, fixtures, and related consumables
Experience sourcing raw materials, purchased parts, and/or outside processing services
ERP system experience; Epicor strongly preferred
Strong supplier communication, negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills
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FULL DESCRIPTION: We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to support procurement activities within a growing aerospace manufacturing environment. This direct-hire role will be responsible for purchasing machine tooling, raw materials, purchased parts, outside processing services, packaging materials, and other production-related goods. The Purchasing Agent will work closely with suppliers, Machining, Shipping, Receiving, Assembly, and other internal departments to support production requirements, optimize inventory, improve cost and lead-time performance, and maintain accurate purchasing documentation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on manufacturing purchasing experience, strong knowledge of CNC tooling requirements, solid supplier negotiation skills, ERP experience, and the ability to balance job-specific needs with broader inventory and production priorities.
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
Purchasing machine tooling including cutting tools, inserts, holders, fixtures, and related consumables
Purchasing raw materials, purchased components, packaging materials, and outside processing services
Working closely with the Machining Supervisor to identify tooling requirements for production and new jobs
Supporting tooling trials, replacements, and continuous improvement initiatives
Evaluating tooling performance with consideration for tool life, cost-per-part, and production impact
Requesting and evaluating supplier quotations
Issuing RFQs to potential suppliers
Negotiating pricing, lead times, and commercial terms
Following up on RFQs, open purchase orders, order status, and supplier commitments
Preparing purchase orders and distributing copies to suppliers and originating departments
Updating purchase orders when pricing, delivery, quantity, or other requirements change
Tracking requests, contracts, purchase orders, and deliveries
Purchasing goods as economically and efficiently as possible
Calculating order costs and assigning or forwarding charges to appropriate accounts
Contacting suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries
Resolving shortages, late deliveries, missed deliveries, and other supplier issues
Responding to supplier inquiries regarding order status, changes, and cancellations
Following up with vendors before parts and materials are due
Providing internal teams with timely updates regarding order status, shipments, purchase order tracking, and deliveries
Coordinating deliveries with Shipping, Receiving, Assembly, Production, and other departments
Maintaining positive and professional supplier relationships
Supporting documentation related to purchasing contracts, transactions, and regulatory compliance
Working collaboratively with other purchasers across defined purchasing categories
Coordinating purchasing activities with overall production and business priorities
Building appropriate stock levels of commonly used materials and repeat-use components
Optimizing order quantities based on pricing, lead times, usage, and anticipated future demand
Monitoring and balancing reorder points, min/max levels, usage trends, and job-specific inventory controls
Identifying potential shortages and supply risks before they impact production
Supporting strategic inventory planning and demand-driven purchasing activities
Maintaining accurate purchasing, inventory, supplier, and transaction records
Entering and updating purchasing information within the ERP system
Reviewing blueprints and engineering drawings as needed to verify specifications identified on travelers and routers
Supporting scheduling of maintenance for equipment and company vehicles as assigned
Discussing supplier account status and activity with internal departments as needed
Providing backup and assistance across purchasing functions as priorities shift
Supporting continuous improvement within Procurement and Supply Chain
Performing other duties as assigned
The selected candidate will also possess:
High school diploma or GED required
Bachelor's degree may substitute for applicable experience
3+ years of purchasing or buyer experience within a manufacturing environment required
Experience purchasing machine tooling for machining or CNC operations required
Experience purchasing cutting tools, inserts, holders, fixtures, and related tooling preferred
Experience sourcing raw materials, purchased parts, and/or outside processing required
ERP system experience required
Epicor experience strongly preferred
Precision machining or engineered-to-order manufacturing experience preferred
Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience preferred
Experience with inventory optimization or demand-driven purchasing preferred
Exposure to ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems preferred
Experience requesting and evaluating supplier quotations required
Supplier negotiation experience involving pricing, lead times, and terms preferred
Experience managing purchase orders and supplier delivery commitments required
Experience coordinating with Machining, Production, Shipping, Receiving, or Assembly teams preferred
Ability to understand and interpret blueprints or engineering drawings to verify specifications on travelers or routers
Microsoft 365 proficiency required
Strong data-entry skills required
Strong written and verbal communication skills required
Excellent organizational skills required
Strong problem-solving skills required
Ability to apply practical and logical reasoning to purchasing decisions
Ability to understand, retain, and xavwley follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work efficiently and independently without constant supervision
Self-driven work style with the ability to initiate tasks independently
Collaborative and positive team attitude required
Ability to accept feedback and continue developing within the role
Ability to maintain focus while managing multiple purchasing priorities and deadlines
Reliable and dependable work habits required
Ability to work onsite in Vista, CA
Ability to successfully complete required background screening
Must meet applicable requirements for access to controlled technology and technical data under U.S. export control regulations
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods while reviewing purchase orders, quotations, inventory information, supplier communications, ERP records, drawings, and related documentation
Ability to communicate by phone, email, and in person throughout the workday
Ability to use hands and fingers for typing, data entry, document review, filing, and standard office tasks
Ability to review purchasing records, spreadsheets, ERP information, supplier quotations, blueprints, engineering drawings, travelers, routers, and computer screens for extended periods
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout office and manufacturing areas as needed
Ability to occasionally visit the Production floor to verify tooling, materials, specifications, or purchasing requirements
Ability to work around manufacturing equipment, tooling, materials, and normal production activity as needed
Ability to wear approved safety glasses and safety-toe footwear when entering applicable Production areas
Ability to follow applicable manufacturing, quality, and safety procedures
Ability to maintain accuracy, organization, and attention to detail while working under purchasing and production deadlines
Salary Range: $28 to $32/hour
For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to or call .
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Worksite address
vista, CA, 92085, US
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