At Ouster, we build sensors and tools for engineers, roboticists, and researchers, so they can make the world safer and more efficient. We've transformed LIDAR from an analog device with thousands of components to an elegant digital device powered by one chip-scale laser array and one CMOS sensor. The result is a full range of high-resolution LIDAR sensors that deliver superior imaging at a dramatically lower price. Our advanced sensor hardware and vision algorithms are used in autonomous cars, drones and many other applications. If you’re motivated by solving big problems, we’re hiring key roles across the company and need your help!
The Ouster Buyer will assist in all areas of purchasing. The Buyer will ensure that all requisitions and purchase orders are placed in accordance with the Ouster Procurement Policy and Ouster’s defined ISO and SOX procedures. For this role to be successful, it is required that this individual is onsite in Ouster's Bangkok office to perform the duties associated with the role and work closely with the Accounting department on all purchasing- related reconciliation. Additionally, the Buyer will report to the Purchasing Manager to ensure that all requirements are met and successfully executed in a timely manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for purchasing services, materials, equipment and supplies from vendorsInitiates purchase orders and amendments and maintains close coordination with manufacturing and engineering to ensure timely execution of product and services sourcing activitiesAssure delivery of purchases in a timely manner through follow-up on all purchase orders, expediting delivery when necessary, and investigating any delays or problems related to a purchase orderCommunicate and maintain PO schedules and schedule changes with suppliers (and Enter changes and updates to the promised due dates of material in NetSuite based on supplier feedback.Assist production on material flow issues (i.e. ECN changes, shortages, material transfers, shipment upgrades to meet production schedules) as required.Assist Engineering with submission of requisitions on an as-needed basisAssist Finance on resolving invoice discrepancies related to PO receipts.Create Inter-Company Drop-Ship POsCommunicate upcoming supplier COD, CIA and Prepay shipments to Finance for actionDevelop and maintain good vendor relations.Resolve problems, reconcile vendor returns and expedite order deliveries.Collaborate with internal departments when vendor issues arise.Complete assigned reports and special projects.Prepare and issue requests for quotationsAdhere to all company and departmental policies and proceduresStrive to achieve corporate and departmental objectivesOther duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering and/or equivalent, preferred.1 year working in a procurement capacity, or manufacturing work environment preferredExperience in NetSuite or other ERP systems.Proficient in utilizing Microsoft office with strong Microsoft Excel skills.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Ability to multitask, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment.Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, capable of influencing key stakeholders, collecting critical inputs and facilitate collective solutionsProven ability to work independently, handle changing priorities and short time constraintsExperienced professional decision making, analytical, critical thinking and negotiating skillsAble to communicate with vendors, customers, and internal departments when requiredAbility to troubleshoot and problem solve.Must maintain company confidentiality.
