Junior Buyer

Pny Technologies • Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

97d • $50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The main function of this position is to perform all operational activities related to the procurement of products, materials, and/or services, obtaining the best market price and meeting delivery requirements. The individual will execute MRP for related categories including packaging and MRO, review and analyze forecasts, place purchase orders timely and accurately, maintain purchase orders, and track supplier deliveries. The role also involves assisting the Sr. Buyer/Planner with purchase orders related to NAND flash and DRAM component categories, working with PNY Asia on purchase order modification requests, and communicating with Planning. Additionally, the individual will assist Quality in resolving incoming material discrepancies and work with Receiving/Accounts Payable to resolve receipt/invoice discrepancies. The position requires collaboration with Marketing for new product introductions and the implementation of supply chain initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business discipline, or equivalent.
• 5 years procurement experience, preferably in consumer electronics, flash, packaging.
• Well organized with good attention to details.
• Sound quantitative and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers.
• Proven track record of supplier management.
• Strong relationship building and influencing skills.
• Strong problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively in English.
• ERP/MRP experience; strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Execute MRP for related categories including packaging and MRO.
• Review and analyze forecasts, place purchase orders timely and accurately.
• Maintain purchase orders and track supplier deliveries.
• Assist Sr. Buyer/Planner to place and maintain purchase orders related to NAND flash and DRAM component categories.
• Work with PNY Asia on purchase order modification requests and communicate to Planning.
• Assist Quality in resolving incoming material discrepancies.
• Obtain supplier corrective/preventive action reports.
• Assist Receiving / Accounts Payable in resolving receipt / invoice discrepancies.
• Assist Marketing with new product introduction by performing research and preparing specifications.
• Source and identify potential suppliers, process RFQs, and obtain samples for qualification.
• Assist with implementation of supply chain initiatives.
• Maintain an effective supply base to produce cost reductions and better payment terms.
• Identify and eliminate single source situations and explore alternative supply sources.
• Track and evaluate supplier performance in pricing, terms, deliveries, quality, and communications.
• Develop and maintain proper documentation.
• Maintain Procurement related part and supplier information in company ERP system.
• Develop and maintain easily accessible supplier profiles.
• Assist in other areas, as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Annual discretionary salary increases and bonuses.
• Paid company holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Access to company-paid training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 529 college savings plan.
• Pet insurance.
• Legal and ID theft coverage.
• Other voluntary insurance plans.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree