Buyer, Program Equipment

Corinthian Colleges, Inc., a publicly traded corporation (NASDAQ: COCO) has an immediate opening for a highly motivated, results-oriented Program Equipment Buyer for our Campus Support Center located in Santa Ana, CA.

Job Summary: To obtain materials for Allied Health classes from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need to meet company goals.


General Duties:

Purchases assigned materials and services at lowest prices in accordance with established procedures and requirements for quality, quantity, delivery and inventory levels
Perform product research to obtain information required for initial negotiation of a contract related to goods and services to meet school needs
Initiate and develop new opportunities and alternative strategies for procurement services for any relevant commodity areas to benefit the company.
Work closely with internal departments to obtain specifications necessary to accomplish specific projects related to program needs
Solicits and analyzes quotations for new and existing items. Evaluates and selects best-qualified primary and alternative sources of supply
Aggressively pursues cost reduction and avoidance goals incorporating techniques of value analysis, price/cost analysis, standardization analysis and make or buy analysis
Develop strong business relationships with key Suppliers at both local and national levels to ensure that target improvements in pricing and service are achieved.
Address supplier performance issues, uncompetitive or incorrect pricing, delivery lead-time problems, quality or service issues
Coordinate with appropriate accounting staff on payment of invoices, resolving discrepancies, and billing follow-up
Place all equipment purchase orders, expedite and track shipments
Performs other duties as assigned or as required


REQUIREMENTS




Bachelor's degree required.
5 years effective and relevant purchasing experience.
Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal.
Must have strong analytical and problem solving skills
Must be detailed oriented and organized
Ability to multi-task, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to make decisions in accordance with procedures, laws and regulations and to apply these to work problems
Must have strong computer experience using Excel. Knowledge in Word and Access preferred. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package including a comprehensive healthcare program and a 401k plan.

Qualified candidates ONLY - apply online for consideration and the potential opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing company.