Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

VJ X-Ray LLC (VJX) is the global leader in developing and manufacturing integrated x-ray sources and high voltage generators. Our mission is to be uncompromising in pushing the boundaries of component design and manufacturing for every OEM partner.

This highly visible Buyer position is responsible for a wide range of purchasing and inventory related tasks supporting all aspects of a global manufacturing business.

• Active role in Supply Chain Management
• Source and procure materials necessary to support production schedules and proper inventory levels
• Complete vendor management; including identification and qualification of new vendors
• Negotiate pricing, terms and timely logistics
• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Properly manage all inventory levels while ensuring inventory deficiencies do not impact production
• Maintain the Inventory and Purchasing modules of the ERP system
• Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory data in ERP system
• Generate Purchase Orders and follow-up until receipt of goods
• Prepare and generate essential shipping documentation
• Communicate with transportation carriers to coordinate shipments
• Collaborate with cross functional team to define, establish and maintain purchasing/inventory procedures for all areas of the operation
• Function as a liaison between Engineering, Production, Operations and Inventory Control Teams
• Perform various other administrative and clerical tasks, as required

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related discipline
• Two to five years’ experience in a relevant, industrial manufacturing environment role
• Previous experience using MRP, ERP or equivalent application(s)
• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite and business machinery skills
• Must maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
• In-depth understanding of how the Buyer function impacts the entire business
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships, internally and externally
• Ability to follow and execute instructions, as directed
• Quality oriented with strict attention to detail
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, which include time management, prioritization and follow-up skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a cross functional, collaborative team
• Flexible with the ability to work under pressure in an evolving, fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Legally authorized to work in the US and able to successfully pass a complete background check and drug screening

• Ability to understand and interpret various physical, mechanical, and electrical documents, BOMS, blueprints, drawings and schematics
• Experience with Global Shop Solutions
• Ability to communicate in Chinese (Mandarin)
• Understanding of tariffs and their impact on international business

• Regularly required to sit, walk, bend, stoop and stand in both an office and manufacturing environment
• May be required to lift, place or move files, parts and supplies of varying weight, height, length and width dimensions, alone or with assistance
• Will need to repeatedly use hands and fingers to operate basic office equipment standard to an office environment
• Expected to effectively communicate in person, on phone, and via email or other electronic devices on a continual and repetitive basis
• Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Must be able to fulfill essential job function in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner
• May be required to travel locally by car
• May need to communicate and effectively manage dissatisfied or frustrated customers and/or interface with difficult/demanding individuals
• On a regular basis, it will be required to:
  • use written and oral communication skills
  • read and interpret data, information and documents
  • analyze and solve non-routine and complex problems
  • be creative, make judgements, use reasoning and make decisions
  • observe and interpret situations
  • learn and apply new information or skills
  • perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks
  • work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions
  • interact with internal and external customers holding positions from a wide array of disciplines and organizational hierarchy levels

This job description is not all inclusive and is subject to change at any time. VJ X-Ray LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Discrimination of any type is not tolerated.