Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Cytek Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: CTKB) is a leading cell analysis solutions company advancing the next generation of scientific discovery through innovative full spectrum flow cytometry technologies. Utilizing its patented Full Spectrum Profiling (FSP) approach, Cytek delivers high-resolution, high-content, and high-sensitivity cell analysis instruments, reagents, software, and services that enable researchers to accelerate breakthroughs in immunology, oncology, cell biology, and other life sciences disciplines.

Headquartered in Fremont, California with a global footprint, Cytek is committed to delivering integrated solutions that empower scientists to unlock deeper insights and drive impactful research.

The Buyer / Planner is responsible for ensuring that finished goods and components and/or subassemblies are delivered to the fulfillment and packaging sites on time, and in the quantities required. The successful candidate will manage supply, and supply constraints, with vendors while ensuring MRP systems are maintained and up to date. Also, the role involves efficient management of material planning tracking systems and associated key performance indicators while relentlessly pursuing continuous improvement opportunities.

The Buyer / Planner is global in scope, and requires constant cross-functional engagement with production, external suppliers, operations, NPI, engineering, logistics and material handling. This position requires a person who understands manufacturing processes and has a sound grasp of Supply Chain.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ensure demand from all sources (production, aftermarket, engineering, etc.) is supported.
• Manage safety stock levels and optimize logistical efficiency by managing EOQs.
• Manage planning system parameters and master data to optimally reflect supply chain.
• Prepare and deliver regular forecasts and analyses as needed to internal management and both internal and external suppliers.
• Provide data-driven status updates to management.
• Apply analytics and supply chain expertise to meet target inventory while minimizing obsolescence.
• Build and maintain operational partnerships with assigned suppliers.
• Act as the primary interface with suppliers on delivery status, issues, and resolution.
• Coordinate suppliers ramp up and down for new product launches.
• Partner with Operations and other business stakeholders on planning process and system improvements.
• Support cross-functionally on demand planning and problem-solving management.
• Identify gaps, risks and propose solutions to meet plans and schedules.

• Bachelor’s degree desired.
• 5+ years’ experience in Purchasing/Planning/Scheduling or Supply Chain Management.
• Analytical capabilities including data analysis to optimize production.
• Strong proficiency and proven experience in MS Excel.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP and forecasting is required.
• Ability to solve problems within cross-functional and multi-cultural environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage daily planning operations and assigned projects simultaneously.
• Open-minded, collaborative and team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to support extended hours, and/or weekends when required.

• Responsible for procuring Raw Materials, Components, Subassemblies, and MRO requirements in a timely manner to ensure delivery prior to scheduled production date.
• Responsible for managing supply levels based on immediate demand, forecast quantities and material lead times.
• Daily responsibilities will include entering and issuance of purchase orders to vendors, daily communication with suppliers to manage on-time delivery of open orders and working directly with multiple departments (R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Receiving and Accounting).
• Analyze purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information.
• Expedite supplier shipments; identify and resolve any potential delays…