Summary:
Cytek is seeking a Global Buyer / Planner responsible for ensuring timely and efficient procurement and planning of components and finished goods. This cross-functional role works with suppliers, engineering, logistics, and operations to maintain a responsive and resilient global supply chain.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Demand & Inventory Management
- Align supply with demand from production, engineering, and aftermarket.
- Manage safety stock, order quantities, and planning data.
- Provide accurate updates and insights using data analysis.
2. Supplier & Vendor Collaboration
- Act as main point of contact for suppliers.
- Manage delivery performance and facilitate new product launches.
- Strengthen vendor relationships and internal coordination.
3. Process Improvement
- Track KPIs and identify areas for improvement.
- Lead initiatives to enhance planning, systems, and workflows.
- Support cross-functional problem-solving and system upgrades.
4. Operational Execution
- Handle purchase orders, expediting, and issue resolution.
- Maintain inventory accuracy and optimize stock levels.
- Generate reports on inventory metrics and performance.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years in supply chain, purchasing, or planning roles.
- Strong analytical and Excel skills.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.
- Strong communication and ability to multitask.
Preferred:
- Experience with lean manufacturing (Kanban, Kaizen).
- Background in global supply chains or manufacturing.
- Skills in cost modeling and inventory optimization.
Job sourced from Cytek Biosciences.