Internship Sanctions Screening Analyst Jobs in Reno, NV

Open Systems Inc. (OSI) was founded in 1994 to provide information technology solutions and staffing services to large and mid-size companies across the U.S. Our corporate office is located at 6495 Shiloh Road, Ste 310 Alpharetta, GA 30005. We provide a full range of staffing services including contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire solutions. Our technical recruiting experts are experienced in technical screening, candidate sourcing, and behavioral interviewing techniques. They focus on providing candidates who match your technical requirements and fit seamlessly into your company culture

Title: Buyer/Purchasing Agent

Duration: Temp to Hire

Location: Reno NV (89431)

Job Purpose

Are you tech savvy and a master negotiator? Our ideal candidate will contribute with passion and proven technical expertise to establish and manage vendors.

Further, the candidate will execute timely procurement of services, parts etc. to ensure successful production operations.

Primary Role and Responsibilities

• Part of a team that manages the sourcing and purchasing of materials, sub-assemblies, supplies, equipment and services at the most favorable cost and at terms consistent with providing superior service to customers via MRP analysis and reports
• Role will be responsible for the ordering and receipt of materials requested by Production and Engineering teams for ongoing construction and manufacturing production.
• Responsible for daily communication with the receiving team and confirmation of materials arriving. Also, responsible for handoff of materials to the team member expecting materials.
• Work with Manufacturing Management and Production Engineering to establish specifications and procurement needs to ensure successful operations.
• Identify and select vendors to procure materials and/or equipment etc. to meet criteria of price, quality, quantity, availability, and delivery dates and place orders
• Perform accurate and timely execution of incoming requests while maintaining high Quality and Customer Service standards  Provide suggestions to improve supply chain, solve shortage issue and strengthen supplier relationships
• Analyze departmental purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information. Contact department or initiator to clarify and complete information. Determine method needed to process requisition.
• Monitor and maintain records regarding pricing and ordering of materials
• Control MOQ (minimum order quantity), freight and handling costs
• Monitor, analyze and report material variances to standard cost.
• Prepare reports analysis and recommendations
• Assist in all the other purchasing/planning department duties as requires
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
• 1-5 years of equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MRP a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office with strong EXCEL skills.
• Data analysis experience.
• Operate as a collaborative team member and function with minimum supervision
• Thrive in demanding, deadline driven culture
• Ability to multi-task, pay attention to detail ad prioritize/manage multiple projects simultaneously
•  Excellent organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift 35lbs or more regularly.

 We need candidates with less than 3 - 4 years experience. Interns are also fine.