Buyer II

Nikkiso Cryo, Inc., is one of the world’s foremost suppliers of submerged motor liquefied gas pumps. We offer unmatched reliability, quality and safety. As part of the Nikkiso Company global organization, our “original technologies” provide our customers with the confidence in knowing they are receiving the latest technology and the highest standards of engineering available.

We are located in North Las Vegas, Nevada and we offer a full range of submerged pumps for LNG, LPG, LEG, LN2, liquid propylene and many other liquefied gases. With design, production and test facilities in both the United States and Japan, sales offices in Las Vegas, Houston, London and Tokyo, Nikkiso Cryo offers prompt and full support for all of our customers worldwide. For more information please visit www.nikkisocryo.com

Position Summary:

A buyer is a member of the Procurement team reporting to the Purchasing Manager and is responsible for supporting the supply chain management system. The Buyer owns the procurement process, from RFQ to invoicing. The Buyer is expected to select vendors based on an assessment of risk factors and manage orders through completion with minimal supervision. Negotiation, communication, and expediting skills are required. Any individual in this position will be required to work with a team-first mindset at all times. The employee is also expected to operate with a moderate level of autonomy due to the fast-paced nature of the business.

Essential Functions:

• Responds to demand using the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software
• Creates a Request for Quote (RFQ) package
• Negotiates price and delivery schedules with vendors
• Awards vendors based on vendor capability, price, and risk factors
• Monitors and controls orders once placed, maintaining records within the ERP system, the company database, and various reporting tools in Microsoft office
• Expedites orders as required, including occasional visits to vendors locations
• Tracks and organizes off-site testing at vendor locations with the project management team as required
• Reviews completeness of orders and certification packages with the quality team to provide shipping release to vendors
• Ensures completion of open items within the ERP system to assist accounts payable with invoices
• Assists in review of potential vendors for compatibility with the NCI supply chain management system
• Provides weekly status reports to the Purchasing Manager on open and upcoming orders
• Attends a variety of internal and external meetings – the buyer is expected to be well prepared and to bring valuable insight to the meetings as an active participant
• Is a willing and active participant in workshops, seminars, and training events
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Competence with general computer skills and the use of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.)
• Knowledge and use of Encompix or similar ERP system is required
• Knowledge and use of a database system is strongly preferred
• Skilled in the operation of standard office machines including printer, scanner, and fax
• Industry knowledge or a willingness to learn
• Minimum five years’ experience in a similar role
• Team-based approach

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environmental and Physical Demands:

In order to perform the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls

Job will generally be performed in an office environment

May be required to lift up to 25 lbs.

Will be required to work with inter and intra-departmental teams to complete tasks in absence of supervision at times

Candidates may be required to show a driving abstract with a clean driving history for travel between the NCI facility locations and client offices as required. A valid driver’s license is necessary

Environmental Safety Requirements

• New Employee Safety Training is required by all newly hired employees, including Safety Awareness
• All safety related training is provided and tracked by the Environmental Health and Safety Manager
• Job specific training modules deemed necessary by employee’s Manager or Director will be required of all employees on an ongoing basis

Employees are required to wear Nikkiso provided PPE as/when needed. PPEs includes safety shoes, safety glasses, face shields, FR clothing, cryogenic gloves, cryogenic apron, cut resistant gloves, safety gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, dust masks and face masks. Failure to comply with Nikkiso Cryo safety requirements will result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to meet the work environmental and physical demands listed above.

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar position

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 annually.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled:

Nikkiso Cryo, Inc., is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.