Buyer
Open To Work
Eric Martinez
Sanmina
Hayward,CA
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to workDesired start date:
2 weeks noticeDesired Job Title
BuyerShipping Supervisor & BuyerGroup LeadBuyer ManagerBuyer's AssistantWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridLocation:
Hayward, CA, USOpen to relocation:
YesMinimum Desired Compensation
$40/hrImportant To Me
Career advancementHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingSummary
Strategic Buyer with 4 years in metal manufacturing purchasing and over 10 years in operations, shipping, and inventory management. Skilled in negotiating pricing, managing supplier relationships, and coordinating outsourced manufacturing to ensure timely material availability. Proficient in Oracle ERP and cross-functional collaboration to optimize costs and uphold production schedules while maintaining strong vendor partnerships.
2
Languages
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
5 Years 6 Months- Negotiate supplier pricing, lead times, and transportation arrangements to achieve cost-effective purchasing solutions.
- Negotiated supplier pricing, lead times, and transportation arrangements, securing cost-effective purchasing solutions.
- Procure production-critical materials including paint powders, industrial chemicals, wooden pallets, cardboard, PPE, and industrial gases.
- Manage procurement and outsourcing of manufacturing processes not performed in-house, ensuring uninterrupted production and on-time delivery.
- Create and manage purchase orders using Oracle ERP while tracking supplier commitments and material availability.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated replenishment, preventing production shortages and minimizing excess inventory.
- Collaborate with production, logistics, and suppliers to resolve supply chain issues and maintain manufacturing schedules.
- Analyzed market conditions and supplier capabilities to inform purchasing decisions and enhance procurement efficiency.
Shipping Supervisor & Buyer
7 Years- Supervised a 12-member shipping department while managing purchasing activities for production materials and operational supplies.
- Coordinated procurement to ensure continuous material availability, supporting uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
- Oversaw shipping and receiving operations, coordinating the loading and unloading of approximately 21 trucks daily.
- Oversaw shipping and receiving operations, coordinating loading and unloading of 21 trucks daily to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Maintained inventory of critical production materials through effective planning and stock control practices.
- Improved workflow efficiency through effective scheduling, inventory management, and team leadership.
- Trained and mentored employees on shipping procedures and inventory accuracy, enhancing workplace safety awareness.
Group Lead
3 Years- Led a 5-man roof team for solar panel installations. Ensured compliance with all electrical and construction codes.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement solar energy solutions, enhancing project efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Developed training programs for new team members, fostering knowledge transfer and operational excellence.
- Streamlined project workflows, resulting in improved timelines and resource allocation across multiple projects.
Education
Electrician - Electrician Program
Graduated 2012
No Degree - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
2 Years
High School Diploma
Graduated 2008
Skills
Negotiating
Material Sourcing
Purchase order and invoice management
Inventory management
Maintaining Supplier Relations
4 years purchasing experience
10 years Shipping and receiving experience
Excellent computer skills (70+ WPM)
Computer proficiency
Management
Employee training and safety assurance
Training and safety
Organized and reliable
Order and invoice management
Multitasking strength
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Buyer
Sanmina
01.2021 - Current
Shipping Supervisor & Buyer
Plastikon
01.2014 - 01.2021
Group Lead
Solar City
01.2011 - 01.2014
Tennyson Highschool
High School Diploma
Wyotech College
Electrician from Electrician Program
Ohlone College
No Degree from Logistics and Supply Chain Management