Purchasing and Logistics Specialist

Antelope Audio is an established music technology hardware and software manufacturer. We are one of the leaders in our industry and we operate on a global scale. At Antelope Audio we are dedicated to helping people achieve high-definition sound both in the recording studio and home environment. Distinguished by performance, innovation and stylish design Antelope Audio products are found in the best studios in the USA, Europe and Asia.

We are looking for a motivated self-starter to help us drive our purchasing and logistics operations.

Job Duties:

• Plan and manage purchases, stock availability, and order fulfilment
• Manage vendor relationships, freight forwarder contracts, pricing, and issue resolution
• Manage logistics services, including 3PL activities, to meet customer expectations
• Negotiate terms of trade with suppliers and purchase high quality product and services
• Prepare export and import documentation and handle customs clearance
• Coordinate shipments to ensure on-time and on-cost delivery
• Evaluate critical components and ensure adequate supply
• Interface with Product Engineering to ensure accurate and timely implementation of new parts, revisions, or other tasks required to source items
• Record and report information using tools such as ERP and Excel

Other skills and Abilities:

• Motivated, energetic team player with advanced communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical, detail oriented and highly organized
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge and understanding of road, air, sea freight, parcel and freight forwarding
• Advanced understanding of regulatory customs and trade compliance requirements
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and MRP/ERP
• Fluent English both in writing and speaking
• Ability to read engineering drawings is an advantage

The ideal candidate must have:

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing and planning electronic components and assemblies
• 2+ years of work experience in logistics, import/export compliance and customs clearance
• Strong negotiation skills
• Knowledge of warehouse processes, shipping and receiving, 3PL

This is a great position for ambitious, open-minded, and high-spirited professionals.

If you are a hard-working, highly motivated and daring person, we would love to hear from you!