Join a manufacturing leader with over 50 years of excellence, where every role contributes to building reliable transportation solutions that people depend on everyday across the United States and Canada. At ENC, we prioritize safety, quality, innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth – creating vehicles our teams can take pride in. Founded in 1975, ENC (ElDorado National – California) is a leading U.S. transportation manufacturer specializing in design, engineering, and end-to-end production of heavy-duty buses, shuttles, and cargo vehicles through a custom-build, mixed-model assembly process. Each vehicle is produced in our purpose-built facility in Riverside, California supporting public agencies and private transportation providers nationwide. We offer one of the industry’s widest portfolios of power options, including 100% battery-electric, diesel-electric hybrid, CNG, and clean diesel. ENC is committed to revitalizing American manufacturing through innovation, customer focus, and the delivery of high-quality vehicles that keep communities connected, supported, and moving forward. Buyer Location: Riverside, CA Salary Range: $71,000 - $82,000 Position Summary We are seeking a Buyer with procurement experience with an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) procurement within the automotive sector or in service/aftermarket sales. The ideal candidate will have experience in sourcing and negotiating some of the following: raw materials, electronic components, mechanical components, steel, engines, or wheels/tires. This role will require work with OEM supply chains, cost optimization, supplier management, and inventory control. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills are essential for success in this position. Key Responsibilities This list of essential duties is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties, as management may deem necessary from time to time. The team member must be able to perform each essential job duty identified below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this position unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Procure materials in ensuring optimal cost, quality, and delivery. Negotiate and manage supplier performance to achieve best value and schedule alignment. Oversee the RFQ process, procurement awards, purchase order creation, and goods receipt management. Work with Aftermarket sales team to meet customer requirements and meet cost objectives and timing. Ensure suppliers meet delivery schedules and promptly address performance issues to avoid delays. Leverage advanced Excel tools and ERP/MRP systems to analyze procurement data and provide actionable insights. Position Requirements Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, preference given to business, supply chain or engineering degrees Minimum 2-4 years procurement experience in a dynamic environment with preference for automotive procurement or aftermarket purchasing. Experience in procurement in any of the following areas: production or aftermarket purchasing. Understanding of supply chain operations, contracts, and supplier performance metrics. Understanding of Product Lifecycle Management, Project Management, and production control. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, advanced formulas) and familiarity with ERP/MRP Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills Preferred Qualifications Relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers in the automotive supply chain are desirable. Work Environment This is an onsite position based in Riverside, CA and requires being onsite. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package: Medical (including FSA & HSA), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, EAP, mental health, and wellness programs 401(k) with employer match Paid time off and twelve (12) paid holidays Employee referral program…