Associate Buyer

A new paradigm of computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in spatial computing, developing groundbreaking augmented reality technology that seamlessly blends digital content with the real world. As the creator of the next computing platform, our mixed reality devices unlock new possibilities for how people interact with and experience their surroundings. 

Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills and amplify human potential at the intersection of the physical and digital worlds. We know that successful change and progress accelerate diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible.

The opportunity 

As an Associate Buyer within our Procurement team, you will be responsible for assisting the Senior Buyers with monitoring inventory levels, creating and managing purchase order placement, ensuring timely delivery of goods, managing the approved supplier list and tracking material. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to providing procurement support to other departments, managing the availability of critical parts, supporting engineering requirements, controlling inventory, and providing customer service support to Magic Leap's remote facilities.

Location: This role is based in Plantation, Florida, and offers a hybrid schedule with occasional on-site requirements for meetings and collaboration. Relocation assistance may be available for candidates interested in relocating to the area.

What you’ll do 

• Monitor and follow up on purchase orders, blocked invoices, and non-fulfilled orders to ensure timely deliveries.
• Maintain and distribute the Approved Vendor List.
• Assist the Sr. Buyer with 3PL purchase orders, inventory management, and shipping coordination.
• Support departments in adhering to purchasing procedures and resolving procurement issues.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and documentation as required.
• Manage key performance indicators (KPIs) and track transportation requests.
• Create, process, and manage indirect purchase orders in SAP.
• Conduct supplier and material analysis to optimize procurement strategies.
• Assist with slow-moving product reports, material shipping requirements, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally between buying and operations to ensure efficient procurement processes.

The experience you bring

• 5 years of procurement experience 
• High School Diploma or GED 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Drive).
• Experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment
• Strong collaboration skills with internal teams and external partners.
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and systems.
• Strong analytical skills, including mathematical calculations and reconciliation.
• Proactive self-starter with a results-driven mindset.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

It’s exciting if you also have

• Additional training in Procurement, supply chain management, or business administration
• Experience with SAP 
• Six Sigma or APEX certification
• Purchasing experience in a manufacturing setting 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunities guidelines.

All legitimate Magic Leap email communications will end with "@magicleap.com". Please carefully review all emails you receive, to ensure you only engage with legitimate representatives of Magic Leap. For the protection of your Personal Information, do not click any links, open any attachments, or further engage with any suspicious communications. In the event you receive an unexpected or suspicious communication claiming to come from Magic Leap, please reach out directly to [email protected] for assistance.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via (e-)mail. Furthermore, we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation during the application, interviewing, or hiring process, you may request an accommodation by emailing [email protected]. Magic Leap will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

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