Buyer

About the role

Cinch Connectivity Solutions is seeking a Buyer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will manage global supply chain and delivery of purchased products, contributing to the uninterrupted development and manufacturing of high-tech products for key industries like aerospace and defense.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of direct materials strategy by aggressively managing direct commodities as assigned.
• Responsible for timely planning of raw materials including forecast communications to suppliers (MRP, Min/max, VMI, KanBan).
• Prepare Purchase Orders and Request for Quotes, solicit bid proposals and review requisitions.
• Drive supply base performance improvement by supporting the development and implementation of strategies to improve supply base on time delivery, reduce supplier lead times, optimize lot sizes and effectively manage overall procured component.
• Solves supply gaps impacting manufacturing schedule achievement and/or customer part fulfillment by identifying alternate supply sources, scheduling changes, and/or facilitating expediting activities with supply base.
• Evaluate supplier performance, communicate results, develop and implement strategies and tactics for improvement.
• Aid in Supplier invoice reconciliation.
• Work with Commodity Managers to implement sourcing initiatives and contract terms.
• Communicate supplier lead-times, order minimums and multiples, and other related supplier issues with Materials and Production as needed.
• Resolve quality issues with Engineering and Suppliers.
• Negotiate with vendors to resolve price discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Supplier outside sales, inside sales, quality contacts, production, and upper management.

Requirements

• A minimum two-year degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field.
• Three years' experience in procurement.
• Or a combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of Supply Chain dynamics, including Operations, Procurement and Logistics and ERP.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Qualifications

• Technical Job Functions: As described above.

Skills

• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision.
• 401k with match.
• Employed paid tuition assistance program that covers up 100% of costs.

Pay

• Competitive salary based on experience.

Schedule

• Full-time.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Life Insurance.
• Short-term Disability.
• Long-term Disability.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)).
• Voluntary Benefits.