Buyer - Full-time

Astrophysics Inc. is a leading global designer and manufacturer of X-Ray security inspection systems. Since 2002, we have dedicated ourselves to ensuring a safer world through advanced X-Ray screening and imaging technology. Our systems are deployed in critical infrastructure, aviation, and ports and borders sites in more than 150 countries. Hotels, prisons, courthouses, embassies, airports, military bases, and government buildings around the world depend on us for their safety and security. Astrophysics is an expanding, dynamic and fast-paced company looking for individuals who want to grow with us and be a part of a meaningful security mission. We currently have an immediate opening for a Buyer located in City of Industry, California.

Job Summary:

Buyer is responsible for purchasing raw materials used in production. Also responsible for reconciling shortage reports and inventory counts. This role requests price quotations and negotiates best pricing and terms. Buyer follows up with vendors prior to and after placing of orders and anticipated shipping dates. Buyer meets regularly with Production and Planning to review anticipated production and report projected delays in parts deliveries.

Essential Functions:

Purchasing

• Source material and prepare Purchase Orders
• Manage ETAs /Reconcile daily receiving reports with schedule of projected deliveries
• Present projected delivery schedule to Operations and Planning
• Primary point of contact with vendors for negotiating and nonconformant deliveries
• Follow up with vendors the day before the orders are to be received to confirm delivery schedule
• Immediately inform production of any delays in deliveries
• Qualify potential new suppliers
• Manage inventory in a manufacturing environment
• Establish and maintain min/max system
• Update the inventory and WIP shortage reports on a daily basis
• Reconcile the shortage reports with the warehouse and production Supervisor
• Follow up with vendors for the replenishment of the shortages
• Update shortage reports to production planner on a daily basis
• Resolve price discrepancies/invoicing issues
• Partner with engineering to source components in R&D
• Communicate quarterly forecasts to vendors
• Attend weekly backlog meetings and provide status updates
• Review the Parts Requisition forms on a daily basis

Price Reduction

• Obtain quote requests from multiple vendors for components
• Request new quotes from vendors when purchased quantities increase
• Make sure costs of components are updated whenever a price change takes effect with our vendors
• Submit any price change information from vendors to COO and Accounting

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Materials Management, Procurement, Operations Management, Business Administration or related field
• 2-4 years related experience and/or training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge and experience with Sage or ERP systems a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with Excel capabilities

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-time
• Hours: 8:30AM to 5:30PM
• (Hours subject to change based on the needs of the business.

Benefits and Perks:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision benefits and 401K plan with 4% employer match
• 11 paid holidays, 10 PTO days, free donuts on Fridays, company luncheons and year end party!

Be part of a meaningful security mission with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development. Join our Astrophysics family today!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Astrophysics Inc. provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Astrophysics Inc. are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 1(909) 598-5488 and ask for Human Resources. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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