What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Buyer I position at Nelson Connects?
Mechanical Buyer I
Location: Roseville, CA
Hours: Monday - Friday
Salary: $25 - $32/hour Strong Benefits (FULL TIME POSITION) - Will consider higher for a Level 2 or Level 3
Reporting to the Global Procurement Manager, the Mechanical Buyer I manages procurement of mechanical components, fasteners, and assemblies. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing, coordinates with internal teams, and maintains supplier relationships while interpreting engineering specifications and optimizing inventory planning.
What You Will Be Doing- Managing Procurement – Process purchase and sales orders, including international transactions, ensuring timely delivery.
- Supplier Coordination – Develop and maintain relationships, source new vendors, and negotiate pricing.
- Inventory & Cost Control – Analyze costs, forecast inventory needs, and optimize shipment schedules.
- Technical Review – Interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications for procurement accuracy.
- Ensuring Quality & Compliance – Verify purchased materials meet company and regulatory standards.
- Cross-functional Collaboration – Work closely with sales, manufacturing, and engineering teams to streamline processes.
- Procurement & MRP Knowledge – Experience with purchasing systems and material requirements planning.
- Industry & Technical Expertise – Understanding of mechanical components, market trends, and engineering drawings.
- Strong Communication & Analytical Skills – Ability to interact with vendors, negotiate terms, and solve procurement challenges.
- Attention to Detail & Multitasking – Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Strong Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills.
- Language Skills – English fluency required; Mandarin is a plus.
- Degree Required – Bachelor’s in Business, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Industry Experience – Minimum 1 year in procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing.
- Certifications Preferred – APICS, CPSM, CPM, or Six Sigma.
- Mechanical/Manufacturing Background – Experience in electronic contract manufacturing procurement is a plus.
About Nelson Connects:
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Pay Transparency: Nelson Connects provides pay transparency by placing salary ranges in all job postings in accordance with state and local regulations. We are committed to communicating pay clearly throughout the employment process.
California Fair Chance Act and Beyond: Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable regulations. We will consider qualified Applicants for employment, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and CA Fair Chance Act.
Temporary Associate Benefits Offered: Weekly benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, EAP, Life/AD&D, STD, Commuter FSA, state mandated benefits.
EEO Statement: Nelson Connects is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other classification protected by law.
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