Buyer/Purchasing agent

Open Systems Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Systems Inc. is hiring a Buyer/Purchasing Agent in Reno, Nevada. The ideal candidate should possess strong negotiation skills and be tech-savvy. Responsibilities include managing the procurement of materials and ensuring timely production operations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience. This role requires proficiency in MS Office and MRP knowledge. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• 1-5 years of equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MRP a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office with strong EXCEL skills.
• Data analysis experience.
• Operate as a collaborative team member and function with minimum supervision.
• Ability to multi-task, pay attention to detail and prioritize/manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift 35lbs or more regularly.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and purchasing of materials and supplies.
• Ensure timely procurement for production operations.
• Communicate with receiving team regarding material arrivals.
• Establish specifications and procurement needs with management.
• Select vendors based on price, quality, and availability.
• Execute requests while maintaining quality and customer service standards.
• Monitor pricing and ordering records.
• Control MOQ, freight and handling costs.
• Report material variances to standard cost.
• Prepare reports and recommendations.
• Assist in departmental duties as required.

Job description

Job Description

Title: Buyer/Purchasing Agent

Duration: Temp to Hire

Job Purpose: Are you tech savvy and a master negotiator? Our ideal candidate will contribute with passion and proven technical expertise to establish and manage vendors. Further, the candidate will execute timely procurement of services, parts etc. to ensure successful production operations.

Primary Role and Responsibilities

• Part of a team that manages the sourcing and purchasing of materials, sub-assemblies, supplies, equipment and services at the most favorable cost and at terms consistent with providing superior service to customers via MRP analysis and reports
• Role will be responsible for the ordering and receipt of materials requested by Production and Engineering teams for ongoing construction and manufacturing production.
• Responsible for daily communication with the receiving team and confirmation of materials arriving. Also, responsible for handoff of materials to the team member expecting materials.
• Work with Manufacturing Management and Production Engineering to establish specifications and procurement needs to ensure successful operations.
• Identify and select vendors to procure materials and/or equipment etc. to meet criteria of price, quality, quantity, availability, and delivery dates and place orders
• Perform accurate and timely execution of incoming requests while maintaining high Quality and Customer Service standards Provide suggestions to improve supply chain, solve shortage issue and strengthen supplier relationships
• Analyze departmental purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information. Contact department or initiator to clarify and complete information. Determine method needed to process requisition.
• Monitor and maintain records regarding pricing and ordering of materials
• Control MOQ (minimum order quantity), freight and handling costs
• Monitor, analyze and report material variances to standard cost.
• Prepare reports analysis and recommendations
• Assist in all the other purchasing/planning department duties as requires
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• 1-5 years of equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MRP a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office with strong EXCEL skills.
• Data analysis experience.
• Operate as a collaborative team member and function with minimum supervision
• Ability to multi-task, pay attention to detail ad prioritize/manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift 35lbs or more regularly.