Buyer

ABOUT PACMIN STUDIOS:

PacMin Studios brings imagination to life with visually dynamic marketing solutions for industries ranging from aviation and aerospace to events and entertainment. A leader in our unique industry for 80 years, PacMin Studios has been creating custom scale models, trade show exhibits, dynamic graphics, and promotional solutions to help businesses build key relationships. 

The PacMin Studios culture has been recognized for its teamwork, mutual respect, pride of ownership and an unshakable commitment to quality. Who we are is every bit as important as what we are…the culmination of talented professionals and experienced staff collaborating to provide “WOW” for our customers. We’re dedicated to high performance, take pride in our accomplishments, and simply enjoy one another’s company. Our culture permeates everything we do, from supporting and relying on one other to the lasting friendships we build along the way.

Are you ready to contribute to the growth and success of PacMin Studios? We are in search of a Full-Time Buyer who is eager to make an impact at work and in the community. We invite you to come grow your career with us!

JOB DUTIES:

As our Buyer, you’ll drive material planning, procure raw and MRO materials, and optimize inventory to keep production humming and deliveries on time. Using tools like ERP systems, you’ll analyze data, collaborate with production, operations, and suppliers, and tackle supply chain challenges with creativity and precision. This is your chance to make a real impact—streamlining processes, building strong supplier relationships, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced, innovative environment. 

If you’re self-driven, thrive on solving problems, and want to grow with a company that values teamwork, quality, and “WOW” results, this is the role for you.

EDUCATION:

•  BA/BS in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field of discipline or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE: 

• 2+ years of directly applicable planning and buying or supply chain experience.
• Solid understanding of the Manufacturing Processes and best practices. 
• APICS / ASCM certification is a plus, i.e., C.P.M., CPIM, CPSM, CSCP. 
• Lean management basic tools and applications. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

• Data Analysis Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Power BI to analyze data from various sources and turn insights into clear, actionable steps. Familiarity with tools like macros, VBA, or Power Query is a big plus.

• Tech Savvy: Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ERP systems to keep operations and reporting smooth and efficient. 

• Problem-Solving: Ability to tackle forecasting and scheduling challenges by thinking logically and making smart decisions, pulling in insights from teams like Production and Sales when needed. 

• Supplier Relationships and Growth: Skilled at building and maintaining great relationships with suppliers while expanding our supply network. You’ll help manage risks and explore backup sourcing options to keep things running smoothly. 

• Process Improvement: A knack for spotting ways to make current processes better and creating new ones, with a focus on efficiency, reducing waste, and cutting costs. You’ll take part in projects to streamline materials and prevent shortages using clear problem-solving methods.

• Core Buyer Tasks: On top of placing purchase orders accurately and on time, you’ll confirm deliveries, expedite materials when necessary, and track delivery performance for both suppliers and customers. You’ll also create reports to avoid shortages, align schedules between suppliers and our operations, manage Kanban and spike orders (adjusting as demand shifts), and sort out any invoice issues with Accounts Payable. 

• Communication and Teamwork: Clear and effective communication to work well with both internal teams and external suppliers, paired with strong problem-solving skills to find creative ways to save costs and improve the supply chain. 

• Organization: Highly organized, able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and comfortable working independently.

• Additional Duties: You’ll handle purchasing for MRO and production supplies, collaborate with internal teams to prioritize production schedules, and contribute to projects that reduce inventory and save costs.

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish