Buyer/Planner and Document Control

Spectral Instruments, Inc a world leader in high-end scientific CCD and CMOS imaging, is hiring a person who would like to perform multiple tasks in manufacturing.

Spectral Instruments designs and manufactures high end camera systems that meet the most demanding imaging requirements across a broad range of technologies. Camera systems from Spectral are used in applications ranging from high-energy physics to drug discovery, X-ray crystallography, TEM Imaging and many other leading scientific disciplines.

For 30 years, our company has maintained a focus on high-quality, cutting-edge products. This focus has allowed us to continue to grow at a substantial, but steady, rate unimpacted by the current economic environment. Our success has resulted from our understanding of customers' applications and creating camera systems to meet their demanding requirements. Our sales are driven by the performance of our cameras and by our excellent technical support.

Visit https://SpecInstCameras.com for details.

Position Overview:

This position is multifunctional with duties in several areas. A Buyer/Planner being one of the main tasks. Other tasks and duties will include document control which includes traditional document changes and BOM change reviews with updates in ERP system.

The Buyer/Planner side is responsible for providing planning, purchasing, inventory management, and maintaining the ERP system. This position will report to the Chief Executive Officer. To meet objectives, they will need to submit purchase orders in a timely manner, send out RFQ and RFPs, perform cycle count activities, and plan for long lead time items.

The successful candidate will be someone who has a firm understanding of how transactions relate to each other in an ERP system. Understand lead times and adjusting ordering accordingly to ensure the uninterrupted supply of materials. Has a helpful and problem-solving focused attitude. This position requires a full understanding of ERP systems.

Qualifications:

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Position is on site and based in Tucson, AZ.

Full knowledge of an ERP system.

Job Requirements:

Planning of sub assembly and final product build.

Preparing and Issuing purchase orders, reviewing quotations, and negotiating pricing.

Understand document change order process within ERP system and server.

Develop solid relationships with suppliers and manufacturers.

Ability to read and have a basic understanding of technical drawings and part prints.

Ability to conduct cycle counts as needed.

Sourcing new suppliers and helping source samples to help with alternative part qualification.

Monitoring inventory levels and coordinating with internal teams to meet demand.

Following up with vendors on past due materials.

Process requisitions and provide updates on the status of orders.

Update inventory and ensure stock is kept at appropriate levels.

Assess quality and accuracy of materials received and escalate discrepancies to suppliers and management.

Process return POs and RMAs.

Process ECOs.

Excellent computer skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted as e-mail responses to this advertisement, possibly with attachments in PDF, MS Word or simple text format. No telephone calls or walk-ins will be accepted for this or any other position.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• ERP systems: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Tucson, AZ 85745: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person