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CACI's Mastodon Design team in Rochester, NY is looking to hire a Buyer/Planner. This organization combines world class engineering with real-world experience to deliver innovative products and solutions to the customer. Mastodon excels in the design and manufacturing of technically advanced and user friendly rugged products. Our team has the experience and commitment to excellence allows us to field the highest quality products in the industry.

This position is responsible for purchasing all electronics, electrical components, assemblies, and contract manufacturing commodities (electronics and electro-mechanical) from industry partners and sources worldwide. Candidate will work directly with multiple departments across the business including Product Design Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Inventory Management, Business Finance, and Shipping/Receiving.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Purchase components for Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) such as active and passive components, transistors and transformers, connectors, and Integrated Circuits (ICs)
• Purchase material for customer deliverables including Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts, cabling, and accessories
• Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Work directly with contract manufacturers for PCB fabrication and assembly
• Cross reference alternate manufacturer part numbers
• Support inventory cost detail
• Create and track Purchase Orders (POs) thru delivery
• Identify and support qualifying new suppliers 

 
Desired Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience in high-tech manufacturing environment purchasing and planning electronic components and assemblies
• Bachelor's degree in relatable field or business/technology, or Associate's degree with additional relatable years of experience
• U. S. Citizenship is required 
• Must be willing and able to obtain a US Government security clearance and pass a pre-employment drug screen 

Nice to have skills :

• Superior attention to detail, strong organization skills, and responsiveness to internal and external stakeholders
• Strong communication, both verbal and written skills
• Ability to identify cost saving opportunities
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
• Ability to cross reference manufacturing and vendor part numbers using engineering technical descriptions
• Ability to recommend alternate component candidates for the design team to qualify and approve
• Experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
• Proficiency in MS Windows and Office software: Word and Excel

What We Can Offer You:
- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
- For over 55 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

Company Overview:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn morehere.

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