Buyer/Planner
- Issue requests for quotes (RFQ) and select the best source consistent with cost, quality and delivery requirements. Negotiate and manage long-term pricing agreements on critical commodities.
- Complete purchase requests with domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and verifying all transactions.
- Handle correspondence concerning over-shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required.
- Act as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement-related problems.
- Source new products to meet new product launch timelines.
- Authorize payment for purchases by reviewing invoices and related documentation.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with inventory goals and as set by management.
- Maintain accuracy of system information, including lead-time, pricing, current supplier information, current purchase order data, etc.
- Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that the supplier is aware of their performance.
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other job-related tasks as needed, enabling other workers to achieve their job objectives.
- Source new suppliers as required and determine the best source of supply by evaluating price, quality, manufacturing capabilities, lead time, service support, and financial stability.
- Participates effectively as a member of a team promoting the exchange of ideas, information, and feedback in all directions.
- May work directly in support of line operations and in collaboration with department managers, engineers, or operations staff.
- Demonstrate leadership and expertise in Lean Manufacturing.
- Professional purchasing in manufacturing or related industry.
- Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) and 5 years’ experience.
- Must understand an MRP software system.
- Knowledge of the electronic component industry.
- Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience in negotiation.
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.
- Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Preferred to have experience with international travel.
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