Buyer II

Toshiba Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Toshiba International Corporation in Houston, TX, is seeking a Buyer II to handle purchasing of materials, supplies, and services. The role requires 2–4 years of related experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Excel and Oracle ERP.

The candidate will manage vendors, evaluate bids, negotiate terms, and monitor delivery performance while maintaining documentation and supplier data. This position is on-site and involves collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or its equivalent is typically required.
• 2 to 4 years of related experience is expected.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP platforms like Oracle are desired; must manage multiple deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing: Acquire materials, supplies, and services at favorable terms.
• Vendor management: assist in qualify vendors, evaluate bids, and negotiate prices/terms.
• Tracking: monitor purchases, vendor quality, on-time delivery; maintain vendor data.
• Documentation: complete required documentation.
• Communication: manage supplier communication and coordinate shipping/receiving reconciliation reports.
• Cost reduction: identify opportunities for cost reduction and meet customer needs.
• Inventory optimization: identify opportunities to reduce inventory levels.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple deliverable

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Oracle ERP

Job description

Toshiba International Corporation is a world leader in the design and manufacture of motors, motor controls and power electronics products. Many of these products are designed, built and tested in our 1,000,000 square foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Houston, TX. We have developed a totally integrated manufacturing process from research and development, design, engineering, production and manufacturing to after-market service and sales & marketing. Toshiba differentiates itself from its competitors through its commitment to quality and reliability. We build products to perform in the most difficult conditions. From raw material to the finished product, we assure exacting quality, engineering excellence and stringent testing to meet domestic and international performance standards.

Job Summary

A Buyer II Is responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, and services. Here are some key responsibilities and requirements for this role:

Responsibilities

• Purchasing: Acquire materials, supplies, and services at the most favorable terms.
• Vendor Management: Assist in qualify vendors, possible evaluation of bids, and negotiate prices and terms where applicable
• Tracking and Monitoring: Track purchases, monitor vendor quality, on-time delivery and maintain a current database of vendor information.
• Documentation: Complete required documentation
• Communication: Manage supplier communication and coordinate shipping and receiving reconciliation reports.
• Cost Reduction: Identify opportunities for cost reduction and deliver on customer needs.
• Inventory Reduction: Identify opportunities to optimize inventory levels.

Requirements

• Education: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
• Experience: 2 to 4 years of related experience.
• Skills: Strong communication skills, proficiency in Excel, and experience with ERP platforms like Oracle is desired. Ability to manage multiple deliverables is a must.
• Other: tasks as needed by management.

Physical Requirements

Working at a desk for extended periods of time, attending meetings and collaborating with colleagues. May be occasionally required to lift, carry, push or pull up to 20lbs. Adaptability to both air-conditioned offices and factory floor. Must understand safety protocols and follow them diligently.