Sr Buyer, HY

Hydranautics • Oceanside, CA

43d

About The Position

Hydranautics is a part of the Nitto Group of companies and one of the global leaders in the field of integrated membrane solutions. We offer complete membrane solutions like reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration and microfiltration for water, waste water and process treatment and applications. Hydranautics membrane-based solutions are currently in use on seven continents throughout the world for diverse applications such as seawater desalination, industrial high-purity water, surface water treatment, waste water treatment and specialty process applications. POSITION OVERVIEW: Under general supervision, perform high-level strategic purchases for rawmaterials, equipment, supplies and services of high value. Negotiate pricessand terms with suppliers to obtain satisfactory purchase orders and/orcontracts for key commodities as required by the organization in a timelymanner. Ensure continuous improvement in cost, service, quality and workingcapital by partnering with key suppliers and internal functional groups.Drive cost reduction measures and seek creative solutions in achievingorganizational profitability within the supply chain function.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Business Administration and5- 8 years’ experience; or equivalent combination of education andexperience.
• Strong working knowledge of strategic procurement and materialsmanagement, production methods, supply chain management, DRP, MPS,CRP, MRP, negotiation techniques, legal aspects and suppliermanagement.
• Working ability to consider the relative costs, risks and benefitsof potential actions and choose the most appropriate one to achievecompany objectives.
• Experience in analyzing contract terms and liabilities to mitigaterisks.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint,Outlook and enterprise material planning software such as JDEdwards; basic working knowledge of Project Management using MSProject software.
• Solid working experience in negotiating contracts and developingviable inventory management strategies and systems, includingunderstanding terms and conditions within contracts.
• Ability to travel to vendor sites when necessary.
• Basic understanding of Total Quality Management and LeanManufacturing concepts and approaches.

Nice To Haves

• American Production & Inventory Control Society (APICS)
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)

Responsibilities

• Conducts the acquisition of raw materials, equipment, supplies andservices required by the company to conduct business, in the mostcost effective and efficient manner possible.
• Analyzes pricing components and seeks creative solutions to achievecost reduction measures with suppliers and vendors.
• Resolves complex issues concerning price, terms or delivery dateswhile maintaining a good seller/buyer relationship.
• Negotiates favorable prices and terms with suppliers with theobjective of obtaining the most cost-effective purchase terms andconditions.
• Reviews quotes and proposals from suppliers, selects a supplieraccording to company established criteria; and, seeks consultationfrom peers and supervisors, to resolve any questions regardingenvironmental safety and product-specific criteria.
• Manages the timely resolution of any supplier problems or productdefects with regards to purchased goods with Quality and suppliers.
• Evaluates MRP to determine replenishment of raw material andmaintains accurate data within the JDE ERP database.
• Partners with planning, manufacturing, engineering and productdevelopment for opportunities related to supply and quality ofmaterials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hydranautics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
• We believe diversity is key to our competitive advantage and value the diversity among our employees.
• We are proud to be an EEO employer.

What This Job Offers

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