Buyer at Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope, Inc. in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

Who we are:

For over 50 years, C.R. Laurence (CRL) has been the trusted one-stop-shop for architectural hardware and glazing supplies. We take pride in providing high-quality architectural metals, glass fittings, and glazing tools to contractors worldwide. Now, we’re looking for a Senior Buyer/Planner to help drive our procurement strategy and keep our supply chain running smoothly.

We are part of the Oldcastle Building Envelope and operate our business to the highest standards of quality and customer service. The companies and institutions that depend on us impact the growing fields of glass fabrication, construction, architecture, and automotive restyling. Their positions as leaders in their industries mean they demand the highest standards from their suppliers. 

What You’ll Get to Do:

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  Procurement & Supplier Management – Source, negotiate, and manage supplier relationships for architectural hardware, metals, glass fittings, and tools to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely deliveries. Handle supplier-related challenges, including under/over-shipments, delivery shortages, and price changes.


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  Planning & Inventory Control – Develop suppliers forecasts, optimize inventory levels, and ensure a steady supply of materials to meet customer and production demands. Analyze inventory and payment terms for financial impact.


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  Cost Optimization & Market Analysis – Identify cost-saving opportunities, analyze supplier spending, and monitor market dynamics and price movements to define procurement strategies. Lead price-saving initiatives and supplier development programs.


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  Procurement Strategy Implementation – Execute procurement strategies to ensure continuity of supply and establish alternative sourcing options. Maintain up-to-date supplier lead times, EOQ, and other relevant data in ERP systems.


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  ERP & Data Analysis – Utilize ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Tandem, EPICOR) and Excel to track KPIs, monitor supplier performance, and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.


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  Supplier Quality & Performance Improvement – Hold suppliers accountable for delivering of quality products on time. Lead quality improvement programs for vendors and service providers, ensuring consistency in product quality and reliability.


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  Cross-functional collaboration – Work closely with engineering, production, and sales teams to align supply chain strategies with business objectives and address procurement-related challenges efficiently.

What We Are Looking For: 

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  Education & Certifications – Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field (CPIM/CSCP preferred).


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  Experience & Industry Knowledge – 4+ years in the procurement of direct materials and supplier management in high-volume, high-SKU environments, preferably in manufacturing, construction, or glazing industries. Experience in purchasing and metal fabrication processes.


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  Technical & Analytical Skills – Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP) and Excel skills (formulas, data analysis). Experience with Power BI and other analytical tools.


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  Procurement & Negotiation Expertise – Supplier negotiation skills, including managing standard purchase orders, blanket orders, VMI, consignment, and lean inventory strategies. Ability to create supply plans and forecasts using large-scale data.


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  Soft Skills & Problem-Solving - Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with excellent communication, influencing and persuasion skills. 

Salary Range: $68,200 – $81,850

Supply Chain / Procurement

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