Buyer II

Aristocrat Gaming • Las Vegas, NV

13d

About The Position

At Aristocrat, we are driven by a passion for innovation and excellence, making us a global leader in the entertainment and gaming industry. Our mission is to build world-class gaming experiences that captivate and encourage our players while encouraging a culture of collaboration and inclusion. As a Buyer II, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our production lines run flawlessly by managing the supply chain for critical components. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to our ambitious goals!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred. Extensive experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement or planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and supply chain fundamentals.
• Experience with Microsoft D365 Financial and Operations is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and V Lookups.
• Ability to interpret data, forecast demand, and handle inventory efficiently.
• Knowledge of Bills of Materials and technical schematics.
• Familiarity with inventory optimization techniques like Just-In-Time (JIT) and Economic Order Quantity (EOQ).
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage dynamic priorities and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to communicate solutions to both supply chain and commercial audiences.
• Passionate, self-motivated, and enthusiastic about achieving excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Professional procurement certifications through APICS, ISM, or APS are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery speed.
• Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, and initiate Bid Packs when necessary.
• Build, process, and manage purchase orders (POs) for materials, components, and services.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and address issues related to quality, delivery delays, or invoice exceptions.
• Measure supplier performance on metrics like timely delivery rates and material quality.
• Collaborate with engineering to understand technical requirements for parts and materials.
• Apply Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) to manage materials and purchases.
• Adjust POs to meet unexpected changes in demand or supply.
• Track and regulate inventory amounts to prevent running out of stock and limit unnecessary materials.
• Analyze historical data to improve forecasting accuracy and manage safety stock levels.
• Support initiatives to reduce inventory and improve operational efficiency.
• Communicate regularly with production, engineering, quality, finance, and other departments.
• Provide timely updates on supply chain risks.
• Address material shortages or quality discrepancies with relevant teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching, more details available at https://atibenefits.com/.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees