Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join our team. This individual needs to have industry experience and experience in purchasing components. This position will work closely with the Marketing teams, Supply chain team, and Suppliers. This individual is responsible for purchasing raw materials/components, communicates effectively with suppliers to ensure the company obtains the best price and product quality and that materials are delivered on time. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Procure components in a timely manner to ensure delivery prior to scheduled production date, with emphasis on meeting target price, quality, quantity, availability, and delivery dates.
• Maintain communication with suppliers, obtain bench marking prices, manage development of new suppliers.
• Manage supply levels based on immediate demand, forecast quantities and material lead times.
• Daily entering and issuing purchase orders to vendors, daily communication with suppliers to manage on-time delivery of open orders, and working directly with multiple departments (R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Receiving and Accounting).
• Identify and negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and cost savings opportunities.
• Analyze departmental purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information.
• Develop and/or establish new sources of components to secure the most favorable terms/conditions.
• Establish blanket purchase agreements with suppliers on items with special requirements and limitations.
• Prepares reports, analyze data, and make recommendations to increase operational efficiencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 years of work experience in material/component procurement/planning in manufacturing environment.
• Communication Skills (Oral/Written) - speaks clearly, concisely and accurately in order to ensure effective department operations, as well as, good writing/editing/proofing skills.
• Intermediate to advance level in MS Office, experience with ERP systems.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Must have good time management skills and organizational skills. 
• Ability to work independently or within a team.
• Able to prioritize the workload to ensure delivery against tight deadlines.

What We Offer: 

• Competitive Wages, starting at $24.00 - $29.00/hour, depending on experience.
• Medical & Dental (company pays 75% of employees HMO plans)
• Discounted Vision
• 401k match up to 3% of your annual salary
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Days
• Sick Days

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