If you'd like to apply for a position at Dorigo, simply fax or email us your resume to (604) 294-4609 or hr@dorigo.com, or contact us at (604) 294-4600 to request a job application form. Purchasing Department Job Postings Title: PURCHASER - 1006 15 WS Reports To: Senior Buyer Posted: 4/23/2010 Expire Date: 6/30/2010 Location: Burnaby, B.C. Job Responsibilities: Dorigo Systems Ltd. (www.dorigo.com), one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading contract manufacturers of electronic PCB assemblies, is seeking a full-time Purchaser. Major responsibilities will include: PURCHASING FUNCTIONS - undertake necessary purchasing responsibilities for turnkey contract build requirements as outlined by Operations and Business Development departments - qualify component costing as researched by Quotations staff and determine best supply options or source alternatives if necessary (includes comparison of vendor pricing, lead times, stock and minimum order quantities) - work directly with customers to qualify substitutions or part replacements - source direct lead-free (RoHS) replacement parts - anticipate long lead time, allocation or other component issues - negotiate price, delivery and other special terms with suppliers - create, submit, confirm, review, expedite and re-negotiate Purchase Orders as necessary - report status of purchasing cycle to Operations department, noting special circumstances, instructions and any expected surplus components at completion of the build - research and implement opportunities to reduce total cost and inventory investment - assist with data set-up for new materials, vendors and BOMs in company ERP software system SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT - develop and maintain supplier relationships, establish business terms, evaluate supplier performance - work with suppliers towards continuous improvement of quality, cost and delivery times - co-ordinate, manage and qualify vendor returns (RMAs) Job Skills: The qualified candidate will possess the following attributes: REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - must have directly related experience in the electronics industry, preferably within Western Canada - must have familiarity with local electronic component distributors and related industry suppliers - must be familiar with electronic component nomenclature and manufacturer’s part numbers - strong negotiating skills - excellent interpersonal, organizational and verbal/written communication skills - strong work ethic, self directed, determined, customer/team-oriented, energetic, enthusiastic - demonstrated tenacious follow-up ability, attention to detail and problem-solving skills - must have ability to multi-task, judge priorities and handle a variety of duties/assignments at once (sometimes under pressure) with a positive attitude - computer proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office suite of tools (Excel, Word, etc) - high school graduation and preferable 1-2 yrs post secondary education with strong math skills ADDITIONAL ASSETS - related experience within an electronics manufacturing environment - exposure to computerized inventory control and production scheduling - experience within an ISO9001:2000 environment - working knowledge of Expandable ERP software (www.expandable.com) or similar products Dorigo offers competitive salary and benefits package. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those under consideration will be contacted. email your resume