We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care. Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs. **Work Shift: On-Site** **This is an On-Site role based out of our Location in Carlsbad, California.** The Target Pay for this position is $26.00- $28.00 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget. **Job Purpose/Overview** The Buyer who plans, organizes, directs, controls, and evaluates the purchasing processes and activities working directly with the finance, production and warehouse teams. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** + Monitors internal min/max levels and vendor safety stock to maximize inventory turns while ensuring material availability. + Maintains accurate planning data reports that include lead-times, min/max and safety stock requirements  Prepare and submit POs for current line of products, supplies, materials, services, and equipment for delivery at specified time and locations + Communicate with the suppliers to set clear expectations of PO requirements + Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating vendor/manufacturing issues. + Updates purchase order information and participates in weekly order status review + Plans, schedules, and monitors of the movement of materials through the fulfillment cycle Responsible for tracking all part shortages for assigned jobs, following up on potential schedule problems + Will utilize MRP system to initiate and schedule purchases to meet the needs of company operations + Responsibly for executing job duties in accordance with company policy and documented procedures + Responsible for accurate tracking of material returned to vendors for rework or RMA within warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures + Reviews scheduled demand and releases Work Orders to meet scheduled requirements to insure on time delivery to customer **Education and Experience** + BS/BA degree desirable, or equivalent experience. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Minimum 5 years purchasing/planning experience. + Functional knowledge of relevant purchasing/production planning. + High proficiency with ERP databases (Intuitive preferred) and Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel) + Strong teamwork capabilities include the ability to effectively work with leadership, peers and other internal and external individuals through projects to enhance the goals and strategic direction of the company. + Ability to effectively work with executive leaders, team leaders, and staff. + Strong written and oral communication skills. + Must work well independently and work in a matrix-based organization with minimal direction. +  Must be able to handle multiple projects and be able to adapt to changes in priority. **Working Conditions** The associate will primarily work in a typical office environment including the use of cubicles, computers and overhead lighting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The associate will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, ERP System, email, and the internet. The associate is frequently required to use a calculator; fax, copy machine, and phone system. Extensive phone work, typing and data entry (90%). Predominately sitting (85%). **About Antech** Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services. _Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates._ + All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more: + Paid Time Off & Holidays + Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available) + Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life + Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid) + Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts + Paid Parental Leave + 401(k) with company match + Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement + Life Assistance Program + Pet Care Discounts We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers (http://careers.antechdiagnostics.com/us/en/affirmative-action) . **Note to Search Firms/Agencies** Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.