In this position, you will oversee moderately complex purchasing activities for supplies, equipment, and services, while building strong supplier relationships, negotiating favorable terms, and identifying opportunities to improve procurement processes. You’ll work with a high degree of autonomy, represent Purchasing on cross-functional projects, and provide guidance and mentorship to junior buyers.
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Location: On-site in Rancho Cordova, CA
Pay: $51-58/hr
Type: Contract 3-6 months
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Lead procurement operations and sourcing activities that improve efficiency and deliver cost savings.
- Represent Purchasing on assigned cross-functional teams, including capital projects, Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), and software implementations.
- Identify opportunities to improve existing purchasing policies and procedures, and recommend practical ways to increase efficiency.
- Help develop procurement plans and recommend processes and methods for implementation.
- Negotiate vendor contracts and service agreements to maximize cost savings, and identify new suppliers and sourcing opportunities.
- Partner with management to review ongoing initiatives and recommend improvements where appropriate.
- Mentor and train staff, sharing procurement knowledge and supporting junior buyers.
- Ensure purchasing activities comply with AFC policies.
- Lead business reviews with key suppliers as needed.
- Support a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace by following all company SHE policies and procedures, participating in hazard identification and environmental risk reduction, and reporting incidents, nonconformities, and potential hazards to management.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 9-13 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree, 7-11 years of related experience with a master's degree, or equivalent experience.
SKILLS YOU WILL BRING
- Strong negotiation skills for vendor contracts and services.
- Strong problem-solving skills to address purchasing challenges and identify process improvements.
- Ability to mentor junior buyers and share practical procurement expertise.
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Estimated Min Rate: $51.00
Estimated Max Rate: $58.00
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
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