• Job Description

  Req#: 541068

  POSITION SUMMARY

  The Buyer’s primary responsibility is to serve as the pivotal contact between operations and our external manufacturing partners. This position includes working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful

  production, quality control, and cost optimization of products through our contract manufacturers.This position will have responsibility for overseeing co-packers production schedules, managing inventory levels,

  material movements within the plants. This position will process receipts of incoming finished goods and components as needed.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Essential Function Statement(s)

  ● Build strong relationships with our contract manufacturing partners, by serving as a single point of contact for all operational deliverables that align/meet business objectives.

  ● Generate purchase orders and work order using ERP system

  ● Monitors inventory levels and places order accordingly

  ● Responsible for monitoring and ordering component inventory to ensure min levels on hand

  ● Manage component inventory purging as needed based on design or regulatory changes

  ● Review production schedules to ensure proper planning based on inventory levels

  ● Work with Warehouse, Receiving and QA Departments to address inventory issues and eliminate delays

  ● Perform Receiving functions into ERP system

  ● Inventory Cycle Counting as needed

  ● Close work orders accordingly while reviewing impact before and after closure.

  ● Other duties assigned.

  POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

  Competency Statements

  ● Positive - Ability to view all situations with a positive attitude.

  ● Accountable – takes ownership for responsibilities, acknowledges and learns from mistakes

  ● Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions and "think outside the box".

  ● Independent – Must be self-motivated and able to manage obligations without direct supervision

  ● Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea.

  ● Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken and written word clearly and concisely.

  ● Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.

  ● Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task.

  ● Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

  SKILLS & ABILITIES

  Computer Skills: Must be proficient with MS Office and have advanced Excel skills. Must be familiar with enterprise software.

  Certifications & Licenses: N/A

  Other Requirements:

  Minimum Requirements· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration,Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field. Held a position in Purchasing, preferred

  contract manufacturing experience for a minimum of two years or more. Must have excellent communication skills. Must be able to use computer, fax, phone and other general office equipment. Basic skills in math, including

  algebra are required.

  Pay, Benefits & Perks:

  The estimated yearly salary for this role is $75,000 to $85,000. This pay is an estimate and the exact compensation may vary depending on an applicant's location, skills, prior experience, professional qualifications, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may also include incentive compensation (i.e. bonus or commission) if applicable.

  At Nordic Naturals, ‘step one’ toward achieving our goal of a healthy world is taking care of our family of employees. We offer a comprehensive and attractive benefits program to employees and eligible family members. Our benefits & perks include the following:

  • Multiple Health Plan Options
  • Dental & Vision
  • Dedicated Mental Health & Wellness Plan
  • Access to Multiple EAP Plans
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays (9 holidays per year)
  • Paid Sabbatical (3 weeks of paid sabbatical after every 5 years of employment)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (employer matches dollar for dollar up to 3%)
  • Free Monthly Supplements
  • Product Discount Program
  • Wellness Coach

  Nordic Naturals is an equal opportunity employer. A pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment.

  At Nordic Naturals, we’re committed to delivering the world’s safest, most effective nutrients essential to health. Our award-winning omega-3 fish oil and other foundational nutrients are research supported, expertly formulated, rigorously tested, proven effective and, best of all, great tasting. With products for the whole family, we deliver the nutrients essential for healthy living.

  Nordic Naturals has been revolutionizing omega-3s since 1995, pioneering a new definition of fish oil as it relates to purity, freshness, taste, and dosage. Headquartered in Watsonville, CA, the company has expanded beyond solely omega-3s and offers complementary, foundational nutrients essential to health. Our portfolio, which is distributed to over 35 countries, includes more than 200 products in a variety of flavors and formulations for adults, kids, athletes, and pets. Family owned; Nordic Naturals works passionately to see generations of healthier, happier people around the world.

• About the company

  At Nordic Naturals, we’re committed to delivering the world’s safest, most effective supplements essential to health

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