Purchasing Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Purchasing Buyer

LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Full-Time, In-Office, based in Los Angeles

About Gibson Homewares

Gibson Homewares is a leading U.S. manufacturer in tabletop and housewares, offering dinnerware, cookware, bakeware, cutlery, and kitchen tools for everyday cooking, dining, and entertaining. For over 40 years and four generations, our Los Angeles-based company has built a portfolio of trusted brands, including Gibson Elite, Bloomhouse, Gibson Home, and Soho Lounge, along with partnerships with Martha Stewart, Calphalon, Sur La Table, Babish, Kenmore, Crock-Pot, Oster, Mr. Coffee and Peanuts.

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Job Title: Purchasing Buyer

 

Job Summary

The Purchasing Buyer is responsible for managing the end-to-end purchasing process, including supplier communication, price negotiation, and purchase order execution. This role works closely with overseas factories-primarily in China-to ensure product availability, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery, while cross-functionally supporting internal teams such as Product Development, Creative and Logistics.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate daily with overseas factories to manage orders, timelines, and production updates
• Negotiate and finalize purchase pricing, terms, and agreements with suppliers
• Issue purchase orders and monitor progress to ensure on-time delivery
• Coordinate with Product Development and Creative teams to align on product specifications and timelines
• Build and maintain strong relationships with overseas suppliers and partners
• Track open orders, proactively identify delays, and implement solutions to meet shipping deadlines
• Resolve discrepancies related to pricing, invoices, quality issues, and production concerns

 

Qualifications & Requirements

• Eligible to work in the USA is required
• Minimum 3 years of purchasing or sourcing experience in an import/trading or consumer products environment
• Strong experience working with overseas factories, preferably in China
• Fluent in English and Mandarin (required)
• Proven negotiation skills with a strong understanding of cost structures and pricing
• Experience with tabletop products (dinnerware, flatware, glassware) a plus
• Solid knowledge of production timelines and factory processes
• Excellent organizational, follow-up, and project management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills

 

Key Competencies

• Strong communication and relationship management
• Results-driven with a sense of urgency
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Collaborative team player across departments