Buyer II

"All candidates must be directly contracted by ASK Consulting on their payroll and cannot be subcontracted. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this moment". Job Title: Buyer II Location: Irvine, CA - 92618 , 5 days onsite Contract Length: 18 months Pay Rate : $35/hr. - $45/hr. on W2 Job Description: Analyzes, develops, and implements longterm supply chain strategies and networks that address capacity issues and production location decisions in support of business goals. Supports business execution of new programs and initiatives that include promotional activities, forecast and coordination for key events, new product launches, and network redesigns. Monitors key sales and operations planning performance indicators, cost-to-serve performance data, and coordinates cross-functional work teams to increase effectiveness of supply chain initiatives. Performs a variety of purchasing duties. Maintains records and files pertinent to purchasing information. Purchases routine, non-discretionary materials and supplies. Compiles, records, and tracks pertinent purchasing data. Compiles, records and tracks purchasing activities and pricing data. Checks deliveries of material ordered and shipments received. Within prescribed limits takes actions to ensure ontime delivery of material. Coordinates return of rejected or unsuitable orders. Responds to requests for purchasing data and status of material activities. Plans, prepares, issues and controls production schedules and coordinates with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements. Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed. Schedules equipment and personnel, confirms material supply and demands, prepares work orders or purchase requests for the production or purchase of components or parts based on a master production schedule, shop load and inventory requirements. Coordinates interdepartmental activity with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, inventory control, traffic, etc.; schedules and expedites MUST HAVE : Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +8 yrs; Assoc.+4 yrs) Previous purchasing / planning experience Experience working with electronics - essential Experience using an ERP system (ideally SAP) The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English About ASK : ASK Consulting is an award-winning technology and professional services recruiting firm servicing Fortune 500 organizations nationally. With 5 nationwide offices, two global delivery centers, and employees in 42 states-ASK Consulting connects people with amazing opportunities ASK Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

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