Buyer I

Ascentec Engineering, LLC; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascentec Engineering is seeking a Buyer I to enhance our supply chain management. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have excellent negotiation skills, and be able to manage multiple tasks effectively. Responsibilities include purchasing materials, monitoring inventory, and collaborating with various teams. This is a full-time onsite position at our Tualatin headquarters, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Dental and Medical w/vision coverage insurance plans offered

PTO and Holiday pay

Immediate 100% vesting Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of direct buyer/purchasing work experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials.
• Evaluate vendor quotes and services.
• Manage stock levels and inventory turns.

Skills

Negotiation

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

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Description

Ascentec Engineering is hiring! We are looking for a buyer to join our team to assist with the daily management and continuous improvement of our supply chain. We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated and has great initiative and can accomplish tasks quickly and accurately. Applicant must be able to multi-task successfully, independently or as a team member.

Description

Ascentec Engineering is hiring! We are looking for a buyer to join our team to assist with the daily management and continuous improvement of our supply chain. We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated and has great initiative and can accomplish tasks quickly and accurately. Applicant must be able to multi-task successfully, independently or as a team member.

This position is on-site at our Tualatin headquarters and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors.
• Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers
• Work with production, scheduling, sales, and design teams to determine the most optimal purchasing strategy for a given job/project.
• Monitor purchase demand and place orders, ensuring order confirmation and report to the organization any due date problems or potential shortages.
• Assist in updating current (and newly developed) Purchasing and Inventory Management procedures and work instructions.
• Manage stock levels, inventory turns, and orders of stocked inventory items.
• Make recommendations on stocking levels and review periodically.
• Set up company and customer part numbers in Epicor.
• Purchase order management and vendor management (selection, evaluation, re-evaluation)
  
  

Experience/Skills Required

• 1-3 years of direct buyer/purchasing work experience required
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field highly preferred
• Excited to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to create written procedures and/or work instructions effectively and efficiently using strong writing skills and clean organized writing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel; Adobe Acrobat and QuickBooks are a plus.
• Accurate typing skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects is a must
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Focus on cost vs. benefit, minimizing costs/lead times while meeting (often immediate) needs
  
  

Qualifications

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Self-Starter / Self-Motivated
• Reliable and Dependable; Positive Attitude
• Enjoys fast pace and rapidly changing environment
• Honest with Stellar Integrity
• Professional Demeanor and Respectful to people in all situations
• Flexible and Willing to Help others as needs and tasks change
• Team Player
  
  

Compensation / Benefits

• Salary: $45K to $60K based on education/experience
• Dental and Medical w/vision coverage insurance plans offered
• STD/LTD & Life insurance plans offered
• FSA and DCA available
• PTO and Holiday pay
• Immediate 100% vesting Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement saving plan with matching contributions
• Educational aid program available
• Purchase discounts, membership discounts, and many other incentives
  
  

Other Requirements

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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