Buyer II (24796)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Runs/reviews and acts upon Material Action Report (MAR) weekly.
• Quotes material and/or verifies quotes are still valid.
• Generates and monitors purchase orders for assigned programs or commodities.
• Works with Program Management on PPV’s and problem components.
• Utilizes strategic purchasing practices to optimize cost and material flow.
• Maintains and monitors purchase order dates, internal PO notes, and handles cancel/reduction/increase messages.
• Reviews and acts upon push outs and pull ins.
• Negotiates with vendors for goods and services, focusing on price, quality, and service.
• Analyzes and manages material requirements through the MRP system, aligning with production scheduling and inventory management.
• Performs cost analysis with a thorough understanding of cost factors.
• Maintains Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and department metrics.
• Works closely with Receiving Department to ensure proper material arrival.
• Works with Program Management to report material status for all related material of assigned programs.
• Works with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and materials.
• Collaborates with Master Scheduler and vendors to develop recovery plans when required.
• Complies with AS9100, ISO13485, ITAR, EAR, and DoD regulations.
• Complies with quality procedures and guidelines.
• Complies with safety and corporate guidelines on business ethics, conflict of interest, and information disclosure.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with suppliers.
• Completes special projects and compiles special reports as required.
• Provides status updates to Management.
• Supports Management as needed.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Experience Required:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education & experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a buyer in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in production purchasing.
• Electronic component purchasing required.
• Proven ability to support department mission by maintaining favorable relationships with peers, subordinates, suppliers, and customers.
• Flexible and adaptable to new situations, effective in dealing with ambiguity, stress, and uncertainty.
• Customer-focused with a proven service-oriented attitude.
• Experience in aerospace/defense preferred.
• Quoting experience required.
• Skills Required:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, with heavy emphasis on Excel.
• Proficient in TEAMS.
• Proficient with MRP/ERP systems (Epicor, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret MRP requirements and recognize errors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of standard purchasing practices.
• Knowledge of AS9100 requirements, DoD, and ITAR regulations (preferred).
• Other Requirements:
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance.
• Passes a pre-employment background check and drug test which includes screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.

Benefits Offered

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance program (EAP).
• Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company-paid Holidays as paid time off.
• NEOTech 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.