Buyer - Gold Standard Diagnostics

Summary
The Buyer performs complex functions associated with procurement of parts, materials, and services in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. The Buyer role is key to the financial success of Gold Standard Diagnostics and acts as an interface between Gold Standard Diagnostics and vendors. The role focuses on both direct and indirect supply management. The buyer must have strong time management skills, the ability to analyze data, and excellent communication and analytical skills.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Analyze demand requirements and place purchase orders in a timely manner to ensure material availability
• Seek and develop reliable, cost effective sources of parts, services, and materials
• Vendor management
• Negotiate with suppliers to reduce total costs (quality, cost, delivery)
• Control supply to ensure timely flow of materials; prevent shortages while maintaining acceptable inventory levels
• Develop thorough working knowledge of assigned part categories and associated supplier base
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with suppliers
• Work with the accounting department to resolve invoice issues
• Interface with other departments as needed
• Assist in keeping department metrics updated
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a similar position required
Computer Skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook
• ERP experience
• Internet Explorer, Chrome, or Firefox
• Ability to learn software programs as needed
Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and negotiating abilities
• Exceptional communications skills, both written and verbal, as well as effective listening and engagement with all levels of the organization

Ability to build strong relationships and engage with teams representing diverse backgrounds and viewpoints; exceptionally collaborative
• Ability to meet and exceed goals
• Must be able and willing to adhere to corporation personnel policies and practices including attendance and punctuality requirements
• Problem solving skills that aim to remedy and prevent reoccurrence of waste
• Comfortable escalating issues while maintaining positive relationships with team members and other organization
• Able to exercise appropriate discretion when handling confidential and/or sensitive information
Certificate and Licenses
• Must maintain a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
Math Ability
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages to practical situations. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry.
Language Ability
Must have the ability to perform all the following in English:
• Read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical procedures, and financial reports
• Write reports, and business correspondence
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, co-workers and suppliers as well as being able to respond to complaints from customers Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is full time with full Eurofins benefits.As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.

The schedule is Monday-Friday 8 am-4 pm with additional hours to meet the workload as an exempt employee.

Candidates within a commutable distance of Davis, CA are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com .

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.