Buyer

Job Summary

Responsible for purchasing of Inventory and Non-Inventory assigned commodities to support Manufacturing, Engineering and R&D Operations. The position requires judgement, ingenuity, critical thinking and adherence to established policies and procedures. Also coordinates on-time delivery of goods, with ability to manage projects, gather and analyze data, work in a team environment and meet deadlines.

Requirements

• Familiarity with a wide range of items, from electronic components to mechanical enclosures, built to print, and raw circuit cards.
• High energy level, strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and experience negotiating with suppliers.
• Personable, adaptable, and capable of learning quickly.

Primary Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers for pricing and reliability, emphasizing the importance of maintaining multiple sources for the same items.
• Issue purchase orders for all acquisitions, avoiding non-credible or problematic suppliers.
• Negotiate quantity purchases for favorable prices and lead times.
• Collaborate with other departments for formal quotations and pricing negotiations.
• Thoroughly review purchase requisitions, seeking clarification when necessary, and documenting any revisions.
• Verify prices and delivery with suppliers before issuing purchase orders, ensuring alignment with specified requisition details.
• Process procurement documentation, including review and clarification of requisition descriptions and resolution of delivery lead-time constraints, and obtain requisition variance approvals.
• Scrutinize invoices for accuracy and initiate corrective action for discrepancies.
• Make recommendations to the Purchasing Manager for improvements in purchasing parameters.
• Demonstrate creativity, flexibility, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Manage multiple projects, work collaboratively, and maintain relationships internally and externally.
• Adapt to evolving workflows and communicate effectively across the organization.
• Be a self-motivator.
• Escalate topics/issues as needed.
• Be organized and able to manage multiple opportunities/tasks at once.
• Utilize computerized procurement system (ORACLE) for generation and verification of reports, blanket purchase orders and various types of purchase orders in accordance with purchasing policies and procedures.
• Develop, receive, process and evaluate bid packages and vendor responses for items.
• Prepare and process purchase orders, change orders, blanket order releases, repair orders, emergency orders and confirming orders in a professional and timely manner.
• Expedite procurement activities as directed.
• Perform other tasks in addition to the above listed responsibilities including, but not limited to, staff meetings, vendor visitations, preparation of memos, letters, forms, and correspondences as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Achieve The Requirements & Responsibilities By Initiating new, creative ideas.

Having a willingness to be flexible - adapting to new paths

Strong problem solving / troubleshooting practices.

Able to manage multiple projects.

Being a team player and working cross-functionally.

Managing resources and relationships - internally and externally.

Consistently evaluating processes, automate, recommending changes when appropriate.

Supporting all business operations, value in - value out.

Adapting to and realizing workflow can, will change as our business grows.

Communicating throughout organization.

Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field is preferred or years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Years of Experience: 0-2 years of experience in manufacturing or production buying.
• A solid skillset in using Office and ORACLE (or equivalent) software.
• Supply Chain Expertise: Proven experience in procurement and supplier relationship management in the defense and aerospace industry is preferred.
• Negotiation Skills: Proven strong negotiation and communication skills to secure favorable terms and conditions with suppliers is a plus.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis and cost breakdowns to make informed decisions.
• Knowledge of Market - Materials and manufacturing is a plus.
• Problem-solving: Strong problem-solving skills to address supply chain challenges effectively.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Quality Focus: A commitment to ensuring high-quality materials and components for production.
• Team Player: Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and an ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to Work Independently: Demonstrated capability to work independently and take initiative in identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities in the procurement process.
• Flexible: Travel may be required.