Buyer RA

Rigaku•The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

The Purchasing Agent/Buyer is responsible for obtaining quotes, preparing and forwarding purchase orders, verifying receipt of items, authorizing payment as needed, cost control, and other duties assigned. Flexibility, a strong attention to detail, and a willingness to meet changing priorities is essential.

Requirements

2 years minimum experience in a manufacturing environment
Good documentation skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team and openly communicate with colleagues
Good English communications skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work overtime as required
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Windows Office experience required, Excel and Word a must

Nice To Haves

2 years purchasing/buying experience preferred, including commodities such as:
Machine Parts
Electronic Printed Circuit Boards
Electromechanical components
MRO items
Infor Syteline experience a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for on-time ordering and delivery of items forecasted
Cost monitoring and reduction
Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtain multiple quotes when needed for comparison; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from management as needed, sourcing new vendors as required
Monitoring status of purchase orders placed and expediting as needed
Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to ordered; resolves shipments in error
Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents (quotes, PO, etc.)
Provides purchasing planning information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing trends
Request RMA from vendors and follows through to ensure credit is applied or RTV closed
Works closely with Manufacturing and Engineering to identify areas of concern
Other duties as assigned