AddressOxford Instruments X-Ray Technology Seeks Seasoned Buyer.
If the following words resonate with you, please keep reading: Serious | Diligent | Consistent | Thorough | Cooperative
About Oxford Instruments:
We are a leading provider of high technology products and services to the world’s foremost industrial companies and scientific research communities, helping them image, analyse and manipulate materials down to the atomic and molecular level. Using our expertise and capabilities we enhance our customers ability to make new scientific discoveries, accelerate their R&D and increase their productivity. We are proud to be a globally recognised premium brand, with a reputation for innovation and product excellence. We have built on this to develop our Horizon strategy, which is also under-pinned by our purpose. We are focused on attractive market segments where our key enabling technologies drive long-term growth and value for our customers. With the increasing demand for electric vehicles, digital communication infrastructure, the need for improved energy efficient devices, medicines, and diagnostic tools, we are confident our end markets are resilient.
How we work
We’re committed to being the leading provider of high-tech products and services for the world’s most important industrial and scientific research communities. Our people are vital to our success. We strive to offer the opportunities that will attract, motivate and retain the very best talent in our sector. This involves creating an inclusive environment and culture, where difference is valued and people are recognized for what they deliver and bring to the team.
Empowering People to Make a Difference
We don’t wait for change to happen. We enable it. That’s why we aim to create the best working environment and culture for our people to thrive. We share the same goals and value diversity of thought, perspective and experience. With a focus on the ongoing development, engagement and wellbeing of our people, we know we will continue to exceed customer expectations and drive change for the future.
Position Summary
The Buyer position requires a very careful adherence to well-defined work where repeatable results are needed. The work is highly precise in nature and requires a very strong attention to detail. It is vital for the work output to be very high quality, with correct results, time and time again. Checking and double-checking is often necessary; individuals performing the job must be patient and conscientious. Both the content and the presentation are important; all work must be highly polished. There is little ambiguity in this job. It is very clear what needs to be done, and what the expected results are. This clarity will come either from the company's management, or from established professional disciplines and processes. The established procedures and processes must be followed very closely; there is little room or necessity to modify them. Much of the work can be accomplished by working at a steady, even pace. There is much consistency and familiarity from one day to the next. It is generally feasible to plan large blocks of work ahead of time. When work duties do change, there is ample foresight and time to prepare. The work is best accomplished working as an individual, without a great dependence on other people or "politics" for results. The work is helpful in nature; providing support and/or service to others in an environment free from competition. Interacting with customers requires a professional, formal manner where the focus is on completing the task pleasantly and correctly.
About the Role:
· This position requires strong follow-up to ensure that work quality and attention to detail remain very high
· Steady, even pace of activity with a large degree of predictability from one day to the next
· Job activities are consistent, or even repetitious in nature, and results are repeatable
· Well-define processes and procedures exist to perform activities
· People-focused, while being reserved in nature Helpful, "service" orientation
· Strong focus on repeatable, very high-quality results
· Cautious, by the book, decision-making is required
· Examination of the facts, established procedure, or proven process must preclude decision-making (detailed knowledge of or training in those areas significantly aids decision-making)
· Communication is factual, polite, and professional in nature
· Need to speak with great specificity and knowledgeable detail about areas of responsibility; not required to speak at length about other topics
· Little collaboration is necessary to complete work; expertise comes from training, knowledge, and experience
· Authority and responsibility is shared with others, such as in a team environment where people have worked together for long periods of time
· Reviews purchase order information with supporting documentation. Enters purchase orders according to established procedure into accounting system review for accuracy and posts daily activity according to company guidelines.
· Updates shipping schedules and holds responsibility for timely deliveries with Production and Logistics departments.
· Answers phones quickly and professionally according to company guidelines.
· Responds accordingly to daily email, fax and phone requests for information or quotes according to established procedure.
· Utilizes provided software, tools and associated computer programs required to ensure accurate records are maintained.
· Completes appropriate and timely data entry processes and documentation according to procedure established.
· Provides input to Orders Forecast & Operations Planning processes.
· Aids in management of RMA processes and ensure efficient and timely response to customers
Qualifications:
· BA/BS degree or equivalent experience.
· Able to work in a high-pressure environment.
· Has strong communication skills to interact with interrelated departments such as accounting and shipping to ensure accurate and timely information is recorded.
· Highly proficient user of MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) software and order entry software such as ERP.
Salary: In accordance with California law, the expected annual salary range for this position is between $60,000 - $85,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Oxford Instruments Perks and benefits:
· Generous benefit packages - We offer our employees competitive health insurance options, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
· Our 401k program has options for saving both pre- and post-tax dollars for retirement.
· Paid Time Off (PTO) Work-life balance is a key part of our company culture here at OI, and we know that our employees do their best work when they can take the time they need to rest and recharge. Employees start with 4 weeks of PTO which is accrued each pay period.
· Holidays - We recognize 12 holidays this year
· In addition to all the standard PTO options, OI proudly offers a generous and progressive paid family leave policy.
· Professional Development - OI supports you and your professional development with $5,250 available in annual tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.
Oxford Instruments Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE/M/F/D/V
Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments does not accept agency CV’s. Please do not forward details to our jobs alias, Oxford Instruments employees or any other company location. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CV’s.
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