Jr. Buyer

Junior Buyer is responsible for generating purchase orders, maintaining past‑due purchase orders, working with the warehouse team on receipt issues and processing defective material returned from customers, and working with suppliers to determine warranty status. This position drives on‑time delivery improvement and inventory reductions through visual and daily management practices and activities for sustained improvements.

Reports to the Procurement Manager and is part of the Supply Chain Team located in Carlsbad, CA and will be an on‑site role.

• Review and convert daily material requirements into Purchase Orders, managing supplier communications, delivery confirmations and PO discrepancies.
• Expedite daily shortages to meet customer requirements and identify supply risk to leadership team.
• Resolve inbound receiving issues by working with suppliers and the warehouse team.
• Investigate and disposition all defective material in sub‑inventory Returns, As‑Is and MRB (Material Review Board), working with suppliers and resolving all discrepancies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree or 1+ years of experience in a procurement role (distribution environment a plus).
• Familiarity with Oracle or similar ERP software.
• Proficient experience in Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication skills: written and verbal.
• Detail oriented and focused on delivering value to the customer.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Analytical skills and problem‑solving abilities.
• Positive mindset and actively encourages other team members.

SCIEX offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. Additional paid time off and health care programs are available.

The annual salary range for this role is $63,000–$75,000. This is the range that Danaher believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This role is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

Note:

No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

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