Job Description

Junior Buyer  

Other World Computing, Inc. (OWC) is committed to innovation and delivering the finest computing solutions to businesses and creative professionals. Thousands of organizations and creative professionals, including Billie Eilish, iJustine, Atlantic Studios, Incite Studios, Electric Feel Studios, Fame Recording Studios, Sputnik Sound, and ELO, leverage OWC technology to run their production operation, take their studio on the road, and deliver the best experience possible. 

OWC is searching for a Junior Buyer to help OWC will manage the purchasing life cycle, handle product life cycle management, and maintain accurate data. Key responsibilities include restocking warehouses, adjusting reorder points, and collaborating with internal teams. You’ll also resolve issues related to mis-shipments, damaged goods, and accounting discrepancies.  

You will have the support, tools, and resources to grow your career at OWC in the coming years. 

Are you ready to help organizations solve their hardest challenges through the power of OWC?  

If so, we’d love to hear from you! 

What Will You be Doing? 

1. Purchasing Life Cycle Management: 

• You’ll oversee the entire purchasing process, starting from the initial RFQ (Request for Quotation) through to product delivery. 

• Accurate data input and effective communication with suppliers are critical during this phase. 

1. Product Life Cycle Management: 

• As a key stakeholder, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing the life cycle of products. 

This includes: 

• Creating new items in the inventory. 

• Contacting suppliers to obtain pricing, availability, MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price), and MAP (Minimum Advertised Price). 

• Placing purchase orders (POs) to replenish stock. 

1. Replenishment Reporting: 

• You’ll work with daily replenishment reports to restock multiple warehouses. 

• This involves placing approximately 75-125 POs each week based on inventory needs. 

1. Reorder Point Updates: 

• Regularly adjust reorder points based on historical sales data. 

• Ensuring optimal stock levels is crucial for efficient operations. 

1. Internal Procurement Service Desk: 

• Maintain and manage inquiries related to procurement within the organization. 

• Promptly address any issues or queries from internal stakeholders. 

1. Inventory Monitoring and Reporting: 

• Keep a close eye on inventory levels. 

• Use reporting tools to identify potential impacts on various internal teams. 

1. Monthly MRP Meetings: 

• Contribute findings and reports on inventory levels during the monthly MRP (Materials Requirements Planning) meetings. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory management. 

1. Forecasting Systems: 

• Actively participate in maintaining and enhancing inventory forecasting systems. 

• Accurate forecasting helps prevent stockouts and overstock situations. 

1. Product Accuracy: 

• Ensure that the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system accurately reflects the status of current and discontinued products. 

• Deactivate items as needed to maintain data integrity. 

1. Business Rhythm: 

• Regularly attend meetings with both internal and external teams. 

• Effective communication and collaboration are essential for successful inventory management. 

1. Product Development Collaboration: 

• Work closely with the Product Development Team. 

• Maintain healthy stock levels for new and replacement branded products. 

• Assist with future forecasting based on market trends and demand. 

1. Problem Solving and Resolution: 

• Address delays, out-of-stock situations, mis-shipments, damaged goods, and any other inventory-related issues. 

• Collaborate with receiving and returns departments to resolve discrepancies.  

What You Bring with You? 

• Procurement Management  

• Product Lifecycle Oversight  

• Replenishment and Ordering  

• Reorder Point Adjustment  

• Service Desk Management  

• Inventory Monitoring  

• MRP Reporting  

• Forecasting  

• ERP Accuracy  

• Team Collaboration  

• Problem Resolution  

Compensation Structure for the Position  

The compensation package for this role includes a base salary starting at $50,000. The amount of compensation will be determined based on your experience, skills, and performance. 

Our People Are the Most Important Asset 

A career with OWC is out of this world and will provide you with all the opportunities and benefits that can only come from working with a proven industry leader that is committed to innovation and delivering the finest computing solutions. 

• Competitive pay, that is based on the work that you do here at OWC and not based on a previous role. 

• A generous number of vacation/sick/personal days every year, including birthday time off! 

• Comprehensive health, vision, dental and wellness benefits. 

• 401K 

• Life Insurance 

• Disability Insurance 

• Accident Insurance 

• Critical Illness Insurance 

• Many discounts through our LifeMart Partner 

• Tuition and Loan Assistance 

Join a company that is a leader in sustainability and offers the flexibility of a remote or hybrid (if in proximity to an OWC office) working environment.  

At OWC there are ongoing opportunities to learn, develop new skills and support your personal growth. 

Different people approach challenges differently. The most successful teams are the most diverse teams, and we pride ourselves on providing a culture that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

We look forward to hearing from you, learning more about your successes and sharing more on the ‘Other Worldly’ innovation here at OWC. 

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