Buyer II

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries•Huntington Beach, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer II is responsible for sourcing and procuring products and services at competitive cost, quality, and delivery levels consistent with company policy and performance standards. The position is based at Nikkiso ACD, LLC in Santa Ana, California, and works with vendors as well as internal project management, quality, accounts payable, and other teams. The buyer uses ERP and database systems to manage demand, orders, records, reporting, and open items; negotiates with suppliers; and provides regular purchasing status reports. The role generally takes place in an office environment, with occasional visits to vendor locations and coordination of off-site testing. Duties and responsibilities may change as business needs require.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two or more years of experience in a similar position.
Knowledge and use of Manfact or a similar ERP system.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Competence with general computer skills and Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
Skilled in operating standard office machines, including a printer, scanner, and fax.
Team-based approach.
Industry knowledge or willingness to learn.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting up to 25 pounds.
Compliance with applicable safety requirements and use of company-provided personal protective equipment when needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Knowledge and use of a database system strongly preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

Respond to demand using ERP software.
Create RFx packages.
Research and identify prospective suppliers and manufacturers.
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 in the ERP system are completed to assist accounts payable with invoices.
Assist in reviewing prospective vendors for compatibility with the ACD supply chain management system.
Provide weekly status reports to the Purchasing Manager on open and upcoming orders.
Attend internal and external meetings prepared and participate actively with relevant insight.
Participate in workshops, seminars, and training events.
Complete duties in coordination with inter- and intra-departmental teams, including at times without supervision.