Senior Buyer – Electro-Mechanical Products

About the role

The Senior Buyer – Electro-Mechanical Products is responsible for the development, planning and execution of procurement strategies for precision electro-mechanical commodities and supports related administrative functions to maintain AS9100 certification. Strong working knowledge of MRP and best purchasing practices are requirements for this role.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain accurate, open PO lines defining inbound quantities and due dates from suppliers.
• Manage supplier performance including KPIs such as on-time-delivery and quality assurance rating.
• Initiate problem solving initiatives and corrective actions for suppliers with process or execution deficiencies.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to provide effective solutions that support Company needs.
• Develop, implement and negotiate procurement strategies to provide best total landed cost.
• Maintain inventory levels to meet Company needs while achieving cost management goals.
• Partner with internal customers as needed to expedite purchase requisitions or identify solutions for supply chain disruptions, to include the sourcing of alternative providers as needed.
• Appropriately escalate any known supply chain disruptions, order discrepancies or contract matters for internal review and remediation.

Required Competencies

• Proven experience driving continuous process improvement and cost savings.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written in English.
• Strong negotiating and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret and manage MRP data to meet company objectives.
• Working knowledge of ERP, blueprint reading, MS Office, Microsoft Dynamics AX (helpful).
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems requirements (AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Knowledge of EDI platforms for purchasing.
• Knowledge of Import Logistics and International Commercial Terms.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct reports.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate both verbally and in writing. The employee is frequently required to move about the office, use a computer, and reach with hands and arms. May be necessary to lift up to 30 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision (corrected).

Travel

Some international travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

• BSBA required.
• 5+ years of working in a manufacturing environment.
• CPM or CPIM preferred.
• MRP or ERP experience desired.