Contract Buyer Jobs

Position Summary

Procures materials, manages relationships with suppliers and assists with the development of procurement strategy to meet production schedules and cost saving goals.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

▪ Purchases materials used in electronics manufacturing and services to meet MRP generated requirements or purchase requisitions

▪ Analyzes the MRP Order Action Report on a daily basis in order to determine material requirements

▪ Maintains the integrity of information in system by ensuring all materials purchased have correct cost, lead time, manufacturer’s part number and any other applicable information. Makes any changes to the system and maintains accurate delivery dates in the system for all purchased materials

▪ Expedites materials as required by analyzing past due purchase orders and seeks manager approval for any additional costs that may be incurred as a result of the expediting activity

▪ Assists the Materials Manager in the RFQ process for annual purchasing agreements and assists in the negotiation process

▪ Creates and updates reports as needed by the Materials Manager

▪ Coordinates the qualification of new vendors

▪ Maintains the purchase order files and file storage

▪ Assists in the resolution of accounting discrepancies

▪ Arranges the return of rejected material

▪ All other duties assigned

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

▪ 3-5 years of buying experience with electronics and fabricated parts

▪ Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and with inter-company personnel and suppliers

▪ Must possess good organizational skills and be able to handle multiple tasks in a high stress/deadline environment

▪ Must be computer proficient, with specific proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

▪ Must have working knowledge of MRP systems

▪ Ability to work overtime during peak workload conditions

▪ Must maintain attention to detail and follow through on all work

▪ Should be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

▪ Must be a US Citizen or possess Permanent Legal Resident status

Education

Must have completed a two-year associates degree or have equivalent experience and certifications