Senior Strategic Buyer Jobs

, is a privately held, California-based corporation. BCI is a leading and innovative company specializing in the development of market-driven products for the transmission of digital multimedia (video, audio, and data) over fiber.

Many of BCI's clients are world leaders in their industries, which span a wide variety of industry segments including entertainment, broadcast, medical, professional audio/video, house of worship, education, government, military, and transportation.

The Senior Strategic Buyer responsible for the day-to-day purchasing activities within assigned areas of our Manufacturing Department. This position will be responsible for purchasing and materials logistics to support all stages of product development, working side by side with engineers and manufacturing personnel in a dynamic and engaging environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the Corporation’s success, ensuring that we continually meet required production schedules as well as managing end-to-end materials procurement for internal developments.

This is not a remote position.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS :

• Identify inefficiencies and cost gaps in already sourced commodities.
• Purchase materials and services, obtaining maximum value in terms of price, quality, and delivery.
• Manage RFQ and PO processes.
• Communicate material quality and delivery change requirements to suppliers and production.
• Balance material demand/supply to minimize stockout risk by analyzing current inventory, forecasting needs, and scheduling supplier’s shipments.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• ROHS, REACH and Conflict Mineral Compliance reporting.
• Accountable for creating Purchase Orders in ERP system, maintain accurate open PO lines to define inbound quantities and due dates from suppliers, track in transit shipments, and expedite deliveries as needed.
• Execute Continuous Improvement initiatives: focus on cost savings and gross margin improvement.
• Participate in S&OP process including demand and material planning for assigned product portfolios/vendors.
• Analyze material inventory and accountable for maintaining sufficient safety stock and inventory projection for the materials.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, and effectively manage quality service / product performance issues with suppliers.
• Support identification of material cost optimization and process improvement opportunities
• Develop material cost forecasts and estimates based on engineering design and specifications.
• This position is ideal for a self-starter with a proactive, ownership mentality who can make decisions of consequence in a fast-paced environment.
• Identify new suppliers and negotiate prices.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree, with 5+ years of relevant experience,
• Certifications from Industry associations is a plus (C.P.M.).
• Or Associate’s degree, with 10 years of relevant experience

EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding and hands-on experience with manufacturing resource planning (MRP) systems such as SAGE or equivalent.
• Or 10+ years of relevant experience (with Associate's degree)
• 5+ years of relevant experience (with Bachelor’s degree),
• Experience in high-tech manufacturing/production environment a plus

SKILLS:

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills; demonstrated proficiency working with large data sets
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Must be able to work in a challenging and engaging work environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, accountability, and professional development.
• Ability to commit and work under deadlines

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) with company match (100% of the first 4% in eligible compensation)
• Flexible Spending Account
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 1 Week sick pay
• Voluntary life insurance
• 10 company holidays
• Medical, vision and dental insurance

SALARY RANGE:

$80,000 - $105,000

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