Senior Buyer: Global Sourcing & ERP Specialist

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases in Huntington Beach, CA seeks a procurement professional to manage source selection and purchasing for the ACD division. You will handle RFx packages, vendor negotiations, and ERP-driven order tracking to ensure quality and timeliness.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience in a similar position, with strong MS Office and ERP skills. On-site work in a cryogenic environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Competence with general computer skills and the use of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.).
• Knowledge and use of Manfact or similar ERP system is required.
• Knowledge and use of a database system is strongly preferred.
• Skilled in the operation of standard office machines including printer, scanner, and fax.
• Industry knowledge or a willingness to learn.
• Team-based approach.

Responsibilities

• Responds to demand using the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software.
• Create RFx packages.
• Assist in Research and identification of prospective suppliers and manufacturers.
• Negotiates price and delivery schedules with vendors.
• Awards vendors based on vendor capability, price, and risk factors.
• Monitors and controls orders once placed, maintaining records within the ERP system, the company database, and various reporting tools in Microsoft office.
• Expedites orders as required, including occasional visits to vendors locations.
• Tracks and organizes off-site testing at vendor locations with the project management team as required.
• Reviews completeness of orders and certification packages with the quality team to provide shipping release to vendors.
• Ensures completion of open items within the ERP system to assist accounts payable with invoices.
• Assists in review of potential vendors for compatibility with the ACD supply chain management system.
• Provides weekly status reports to the Purchasing Manager on open and upcoming orders.
• Attends a variety of internal and external meetings – the buyer is expected to be well prepared and to bring valuable insight to the meetings as an active participant.
• Is a willing and active participant in workshops, seminars, and training events.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office 365

ERP system (Manfact or similar)

Database systems

Office equipment (printer, scanner, FQ

Industry knowledge / willingness to学习

Team-based approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent education/experience accepted

Tools

ERP software

Database tools

Job description

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases in Huntington Beach, CA seeks a procurement professional to manage source selection and purchasing for the ACD division. You will handle RFx packages, vendor negotiations, and ERP-driven order tracking to ensure quality and timeliness.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience in a similar position, with strong MS Office and ERP skills. On-site work in a cryogenic environment is expected.