Junior Buyer

PNY Technologies IncParsippany, NJ, US

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Job Description

MAIN FUNCTION :

Perform all operational activities related to the procurement of products, materials, and / or services, obtaining the best market price and meeting delivery requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s degree in business discipline, or equivalent
5 years procurement experience, preferably in consumer electronics, flash, packaging
Well organized with good attention to details
Sound quantitative and analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers
Proven track record of supplier management
Strong relationship building and influencing skills
Strong problem solving and interpersonal skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively in English
ERP / MRP experience; strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

WORKING CONDITIONS :

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS :

PNY Suppliers

PNY Staff

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Execute MRP for related categories including packaging, MRO, review and analyze forecasts, place purchase orders timely and accurately, maintain purchase orders and track supplier deliveries

Assist Sr. Buyer / Planner to place and maintain purchase orders related to NAND flash and DRAM component categories

Responsible to work with PNY Asia on purchase order modification requests and communicate to Planning

Assist Quality in resolving incoming material discrepancies, obtaining supplier corrective / preventive action reports

Assist Receiving / Accounts Payable in resolving receipt / invoice discrepancies

Assist Marketing with new product introduction by performing research and preparing specifications, sourcing and identifying potential suppliers, processing RFQ’s, obtaining samples for qualification, etc.

Assist with implementation of supply chain initiatives

Maintain an effective supply base; leverage business to produce cost reductions, better payment terms, better freight terms, buffer stock options, etc.

Identify and eliminate single source situations wherever possible, explore alternative supply sources to minimize supply risk

Track and evaluate supplier performance in pricing, terms, deliveries, quality, communications, etc., develop and maintain proper documentation

Maintain Procurement related part and supplier information in company ERP system

Develop and maintain easily accessible supplier profiles

Assist in other areas, as assigned

COMPENSATION :

The base salary range for this position is $50,000 to $70,000; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW :

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D coverage, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k) retirement plan, annual discretionary salary increases and bonuses. Employees receive paid company holidays, paid time off, and access to company-paid training. Optional benefits include tuition reimbursement, a 529 college savings plan, pet insurance, legal and ID theft coverage, and other voluntary insurance plans.

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Buyer • Parsippany, NJ, US