Purchasing Agent/Buyer

About Us:

Precision Fluid Controls, Inc. designs, manufactures, and tests components for launch vehicles and ground support applications—providing many types of valves including throttling valves, ball valves, check and relief valves, vent and relief valves, pressure reducing, both manual and dome loaded, regulators, sleeve valves, butterfly valves, solenoid valves plus many others.

About the role:

PFC is in search for a Buyer/Purchasing Agent!

The role is a fully on-site role located in our Lincoln, CA offices.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What You’ll Do:

• Procure materials and services in accordance with organization's specified requirements
• Constant contact with suppliers and working through PO Issues (cost, quality, scheduled deliveries)
• Review supplier order acknowledgements for accuracy and alignment
• Review and monitor all open purchase orders to ensure timely arrival of materials supporting the manufacturing and project schedules
• Maintain the replenishment and inventory of material per production's demand. Communicate and resolve any risk of supply issues which could impact material delivery
• Collaboratively engage and communicate with both stakeholders and suppliers of any change which may impact procurement and the fulfillment of production demand
• Work with A/P (accounts payable), suppliers and other functional groups to resolve any procurement or accounting discrepancies
• Help maintain software data integrity by consistently monitoring lead times, min/max levels, safety stocks and pricing
• Perform other duties as required

What You’ll Need:

• HS Diploma/GED, BA/BS in business preferred
• Experience with Microsoft applications and ERP/MRP systems
• Technical acumen to interpret material requirements
• Ability to work independently or as a team member
• Process orientation and change advocacy
• Work autonomously with minimum supervision
• Strong communication skills
• A positive mindset and the ability to work in a fast-paced and quickly growing environment

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay Range: $/hr. Commensurate with candidate experience.
• 401(k) + Company Matching
• Company Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance + Health Reimbursement Arrangement.
• Paid time off and Holidays

Disclosures:

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

ITAR Compliance.

Due to the nature of our business, this position may require compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a:

• U.S. citizen or national, or
• U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), or
• Refugee under 8 U.S.C. or
• 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. or
• 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Experience:

• Machine Tool Purchasing: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person