Purchasing & Quality Assurance Specialist
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Position Overview & Specifications
Purchasing & Quality Assurance Specialist
Summary
The Purchasing & Quality Assurance Specialist oversees the Global supply chain and manufacturing purchasing, of raw materials, packaging, supplies & equipment parts, strategic sourcing, negotiating pricing, contracts & terms and quality control and assurance.
- Plan and achieve strategic sourcing goals.
- Manage material planning and procurements by ensuring that materials are properly ordered, processed, and delivered on time.
- Conduct material pricing research amongst vendors and negotiate terms considering lead-times, operational capacity, delivery, and payment terms.
- validate and manage all ocean / air freights, import documents, U.S. custom, brokers including tariff accuracy.
- This position will be responsible for overseeing the entire cycle of the purchase order,
- Track and resolve production material shortages.
- Maintain updated records of purchase orders, receipt of delivery, purchase order invoices, and shipping fees.
- Make sure the company is in compliance on all aspects of Quality Assurance to keep our certification intact.
- Make sure the quality control of the product is to our specs.
Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and Outlook
- Knowledge using Database ERP systems such as Macola
- Professional communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability to analyze and interpret Data
- Ability to manage and meet deadlines
Education/Experience preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree or some college degree plus work experience
- 2+ years in a purchasing or business-related environment
- Knowledge in Quality control and assurance
About San Francisco Bay Brand, Inc.
Founded in 1968, San Francisco Bay Brand, Inc is a worldwide staple brand in the pet trade. We manufacture Aquatic & Reptile food for aquariums both salt and fresh and for reptiles.
We manufacture Frozen, Pellet, and dry fish foods and Dried reptile foods.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance 100% covered
- Health insurance 100% covered
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Flexible time schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Must be in the office
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newark, CA 94560: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Negotiation: 1 year (Preferred)
- Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Purchasing & Quality Assurance Specialist roles across San Francisco Bay brand, inc's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £50,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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