Job: Buyer

This position performs various purchasing assignments and activities to support daily material needs with limited supervision.RESPONSIBILITIES:Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing and repair departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely mannerAcquires and maintains technical understanding of products purchasedObtains materials using Request For Quote (RFQ), negotiation, price analysis, cost analysis techniques, and places Purchase Orders (PO)Maximizing material availability while minimizing inventory by using materials management tools such as MRP, Schedule Agreement, JIT, ABC analysis or other custom supply solutionsMay manage raw material inventory turnsDevelops a good working knowledge of materials and sources of supply to make purchases at prices consistent with quantity and quality requirements and within established standard costsMonitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned suppliers to assure highest quality at best valueMay recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis, alternative sourcing, step pricing for volume discounts, and vendor evaluation criteriaManages tactical Purchasing activities such as expediting material shortages, past due PO’s, open PO’s, PO confirmations, RMA’s, Receiving/Purchasing related issues, Accounting/Purchasing related issuesCoordinates ECO activities with suppliersIssues and coordinates Sales Orders activities with suppliersManages supplier On Time Delivery (OTD) performanceEstablishes good working relationships with suppliers and internal customersOther duties as assignedWORK ENVIRONMENT:Works in standard office environment which is normally fast pacedTravel may be required infrequently, mainly consisting of day trips but could include overnight travelQUALIFICATIONS:Excellent organizational and negotiation skillsFlexibility to handle changing conditionsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent analytical skillsGood understanding of SAP and the ability to apply to manufacturing processesUnderstanding of fundamental purchasing processesAbility to work independently or as part of a teamAbility to maintain a professional rapport with support groups and peers while achieving resultsEXPERIENCE:Experience in a fast paced, high mix/low volume purchasing environmentPrevious experience in electronics purchasing strongly desiredEDUCATION:Four-year degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or other applicable area of studyEquivalent education and/or experience may be considered

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