Sr Procurement Specialist

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.

Sr Specialist, Procurement / Sr Buyer
Location: Riverside, CA
Salary Range: $85,000 - $115,000

Position Summary  We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Buyer with a proven track record in Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) procurement within the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will excel in sourcing and negotiating critical materials such as raw materials, electronic components, steel, engines, and tires. This role demands expertise in OEM supply chains, cost optimization, supplier management, and inventory control. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, coupled with deep knowledge of OEM standards and requirements, 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 compliance with OEM specifications, ensuring optimal cost, quality, and delivery.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to achieve best value and schedule alignment.
• Oversee the RFQ process, procurement awards, purchase order creation, and goods receipt management.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to meet production and quality standards.
• Manage inventory to support just-in-time (JIT) production while minimizing manufacturing disruptions.
• Analyze and control Price Per Variance (PPV) to meet cost objectives and enhance profitability.
• Ensure suppliers meet delivery schedules and promptly address performance issues to avoid delays.
• Conduct detailed procurement analyses to optimize decision-making and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Maintain corporate records and ensure compliance with Non-Disclosure Agreements, Export Compliance, and Contracts.
• Ensure supplier compliance with OEM-specific quality and regulatory standards, including ISO/TS certifications and APQP processes.
• 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 or a combination of education and work experience, preference given to supply chain or engineering degrees
• Minimum 5 years procurement experience in a dynamic environment with preference for automotive procurement.
• Strong relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers in the automotive supply chain highly desirable.
• Proven experience in procurement for OEMs, including sourcing raw materials, electronic components, steel, engines, and tires.
• Deep understanding of OEM supply chain operations, JIT models, and supplier performance metrics.
• Understanding of Product Lifecycle Management, Configuration Management, Configuration Control, NPI and production control.
• Experience with IMP/IMS, risk management, configuration management, requirements management processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, advanced formulas) and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of OEM-specific quality and compliance requirements, including ISO/TS certifications and APQP processes.

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
• Career growth and development opportunities 

Career Growth at ENC 
We believe great careers and leaders are built from within. Many of our team members have advanced into roles that lead or into specialized technical positions. We invest in hands-on training, skill development, and long-term career pathways within manufacturing operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer 
ElDorado National California Inc. (ENC) is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. 

ENC takes affirmative action to employ and advance employment opportunities for minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our team. 

ENC is also committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal access to opportunities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact HR Department for assistance. 

In accordance with California's wage transparency law (Senate Bill 1162), we are committed to pay equity and transparency. The salary range reflected on the job positing is our good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. While we do not typically hire at the top of the salary range, initial offers are based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience, with opportunities for growth and increases over time.