San Luis Obispo, California, United States · On-site
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Wake County, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$33/hr
Senior+
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$30/hr–$44/hr
Full-time
associate degree, bachelor degree
Paid holidays, Paid vacation, Paid sick time, Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance
Posted 2d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Buyer is responsible for managing purchase orders, optimizing inventory levels, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability. They also handle supplier issues, support logistics, and drive process improvements through Lean and Kaizen activities.
Requirements
Candidates should have at least 5 years of purchasing experience in an OEM or manufacturing environment and proficiency with ERP systems. A 2-year business education is required, with a bachelor's degree preferred, alongside strong analytical and communication skills.
Full job description
Job Description:
Buyer - San Luis Obispo, CA
ClearWater Tech, a Division of Pentair, is transforming the way the world achieves disinfection by proving that powerful protection and environmental responsibility go hand in hand. We empower industries and safeguard communities by turning nature’s own molecules into sustainable, eco-friendly solutions. Join our team to cultivate your professional growth while delivering a lasting impact for generations to come.
We have an opportunity for a Buyer to join our in person San Luis Obispo, CA team. You will be responsible for purchasing items to support production and business needs. The Buyer will manage activities to procure items according to the best delivery schedule while maintaining target inventory levels. The Buyer will build and maintain vendor relationships, as well as analyze and resolve issues related to procurement, accounting, and quality. Additionally, the Buyer is responsible for supporting program management, production, inventory control, and other site functions in all procurement-related activities.
You will:
Manage purchasing — Place, track, and release purchase orders for inventory, tooling, and supplies.
Coordinate materials — Partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure timely material availability.
Handle supplier issues — Process non‑conforming materials and support supplier transitions.
Support logistics — Expedite critical shipments and monitor delivery timelines.
Enable new product launches — Assist in establishing supply chains for new products.
Drive process improvement — Participate in CI and Kaizen activities.
Track KPIs — Monitor inventory cost, days on hand, price variance, and vendor return metrics.
Adapt to fast‑paced work — Adjust quickly to changing priorities while maintaining accuracy.
Key Qualifications:
Education/experience — 2‑year business education or equivalent; bachelor’s preferred.
Purchasing expertise — 5+ years purchasing experience in OEM or manufacturing.
ERP skills — Proficient with manufacturing ERP systems; INFOR Visual a plus.
Technical proficiency — Strong MS Office and data analysis skills.
Manufacturing knowledge — Understanding of manufacturing operations and multi‑level BOMs.
Key competencies — Detail‑oriented with strong communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving abilities.
Compliance awareness — Familiar with contracts, regulations, and purchasing law.
Lean familiarity — Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
Shift/Hours:
8:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday, onsite
Potential for Overtime, as required
Compensation:
The hourly pay for this role is: $30.00 -$44.00/hr. DOE.
Opportunity for a rate increase after you are proficient in certain skills and have fulfilled training. Actual pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, and experience.
Benefits:
As part of our comprehensive benefits packages, Pentair provides the following benefits plans and programs to eligible employees:
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k)
Up to 5% 401K match starting day one of employment
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Caregiver leave
Prescription drug insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.
We help the world sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life's most essential resource.
Industry
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Founded
1966
Headquarters
London
LinkedIn followers
324,971
At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is a core large cap value S&P 500 equity stock focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive.
Pentair had revenue in 2025 of approximately $4.2 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 9,000 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit Pentair.com.
All job postings can be found at pentair.com/careers, and any email communication related to job postings comes from pentair.com email addresses.
Offices: 43 London Wall, London, EC2M 5TF, GB · 5500 Wayzata Blvd, Golden Valley, MN 55416, US · 4301 W Davis St, Conroe, TX 77304, US · 400 Regency Forest Dr, Cary, NC 27518, US · 293 S Wright St, Delavan, WI 53115, US
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We help the world sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life's most essential resource.
Industry
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Founded
1966
Headquarters
London
LinkedIn followers
324,971
At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is a core large cap value S&P 500 equity stock focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive.
Pentair had revenue in 2025 of approximately $4.2 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 9,000 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit Pentair.com.
All job postings can be found at pentair.com/careers, and any email communication related to job postings comes from pentair.com email addresses.
Offices: 43 London Wall, London, EC2M 5TF, GB · 5500 Wayzata Blvd, Golden Valley, MN 55416, US · 4301 W Davis St, Conroe, TX 77304, US · 400 Regency Forest Dr, Cary, NC 27518, US · 293 S Wright St, Delavan, WI 53115, US
Advanced Filtration & DesalinationFlood Water & WastewaterFood & Beverage ProcessingIrrigation MngmtPool and Spa EquipmentWater Supply & DisposalMarine/RVIndustrial SprayBiogas UpgradingWater Quality