Buyer - Walnut, United States - Astrophysics

Description

Astrophysics Inc. is a leading global designer and manufacturer of X-Ray security inspection systems. Since 2002, we have dedicated ourselves to ensuring a safer world through advanced X-Ray screening and imaging technology. Our systems are deployed in critical infrastructure, aviation, and ports and borders sites in more than 150 countries.

Hotels, prisons, courthouses, embassies, airports, military bases, and government buildings around the world depend on us for their safety and security.

Astrophysics is an expanding, dynamic and fast-paced company looking for individuals who want to grow with us and be a part of a meaningful security mission.

We currently have an immediate opening for a Buyer located in City of Industry, California.


Job Summary:
Buyer is responsible for purchasing raw materials used in production. Also responsible for reconciling shortage reports and inventory counts. This role requests price quotations and negotiates best pricing and terms. Buyer follows up with vendors prior to and after placing of orders and anticipated shipping dates. Buyer meets regularly with Production and Planning to review anticipated production and report projected delays in parts deliveries.


Essential Functions:
Purchasing

Source material and prepare Purchase Orders
Manage ETAs /Reconcile daily receiving reports with schedule of projected deliveries
Present projected delivery schedule to Operations and Planning
Primary point of contact with vendors for negotiating and nonconformant deliveries
Follow up with vendors the day before the orders are to be received to confirm delivery schedule
Immediately inform production of any delays in deliveries
Qualify potential new suppliers
Manage inventory in a manufacturing environment
Establish and maintain min/max system
Update the inventory and WIP shortage reports on a daily basis
Reconcile the shortage reports with the warehouse and production Supervisor
Follow up with vendors for the replenishment of the shortages
Update shortage reports to production planner on a daily basis
Resolve price discrepancies/invoicing issues
Partner with engineering to source components in R&D
Communicate quarterly forecasts to vendors
Attend weekly backlog meetings and provide status updates
Review the Parts Requisition forms on a daily basis

Price Reduction

Obtain quote requests from multiple vendors for components
Request new quotes from vendors when purchased quantities increase
Make sure costs of components are updated whenever a price change takes effect with our vendors
Submit any price change information from vendors to COO and Accounting


Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Materials Management, Procurement, Operations Management, Business Administration or related field
2-4 years related experience and/or training
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Knowledge and experience with Sage or ERP systems a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with Excel capabilities


Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Full-time

Hours: 8:30AM to 5:30PM

(Hours subject to change based on the needs of the business.


Benefits and Perks:
Excellent medical, dental and vision benefits and 401K plan with 4% employer match
11 paid holidays, 10 PTO days, free donuts on Fridays, company luncheons and year end party

Be part of a meaningful security mission with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development. Join our Astrophysics family today

Equal Opportunity Employer

Astrophysics Inc. provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Astrophysics Inc. are based on merit, qualifications and abilities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you need assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call and ask for Human Resources. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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