Buyer II

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries•North Las Vegas, NV

6d•Onsite

About The Position

A Buyer II is a member of the Procurement team and reports to the General Manager. The role supports the supply chain management system and owns the procurement process from request for quote (RFQ) through invoicing. The Buyer II selects vendors based on risk factors and manages orders through completion with minimal supervision. The position requires negotiation, communication, and expediting skills, a team-first mindset, and a moderate level of autonomy in a fast-paced business environment. The job is generally performed in an office, but may require travel to a client’s office, production facility, industrial site, or construction job site. Work conditions can vary by location. Employees must complete required safety training and wear company-provided personal protective equipment when needed. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for the stated work environment and physical demands.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience in a similar position.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be accepted.
Ability to perform the described physical activities, which may include standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping or kneeling, talking and hearing, and using fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. may be required.
Must complete required new-employee safety training and ongoing job-specific training.
Must wear company-provided personal protective equipment when needed and comply with company safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond to demand using ERP software.
Create request-for-quote (RFQ) packages.
Negotiate prices and delivery schedules with vendors.
Award business to vendors based on capability, price, and risk factors.
Monitor and control placed orders, maintaining records in the ERP system, company database, and Microsoft Office reporting tools.
Expedite orders as required, including occasional visits to vendor locations.
Track and organize off-site testing at vendor locations with the project management team as required.
Review orders and certification packages for completeness with the quality team and provide shipping release to vendors.
Ensure open items are completed in the ERP system to assist accounts payable with invoices.
Assist in reviewing potential vendors for compatibility with the NCI supply chain management system.
Provide weekly open- and upcoming-order status reports to the Purchasing Manager.
Attend internal and external meetings, prepare for them, and participate actively with relevant insight.
Participate in workshops, seminars, and training events.