Buyer I

The Buyer I provides support to secure raw materials in support of customer products including electronic components, mechanical components, PBCs, hardware and other indirect materials by developing sources of supply and monitoring supplier performance, obtaining requirements products through purchase order issues and receipts, managing controlling inventory, supplier selection and performance metrics, and overall customer satisfaction support.

Responsibilities:

• Issue requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select best source consistent with cost, quality, and delivery requirements. 
• Complete purchase requests with domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and verifying all transactions.
• Act as a liaison between suppliers, customers, and involved departments to communicate and resolve procurement related problems.
• Expedite material to fulfill production requirements, customer upsides, and NPI product transitions.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals and as set by management.
• Process non-confirming material requests and RMA requests with supply chain partners.
• Maintain accuracy of product information within ERP/MRP, including lead-time, pricing, current supplier information, current purchase order data, etc..
• Ensure MRP parameters are maintained by monitoring minimum, maximum, safety, and current inventory level, making recommendations to management for adjustments to levels.
• Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications, maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers.
• Maintain services and production MRO requirements by conferring with manufacturing leads.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending required team meetings and supplier/customer product reviews.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Attention to detail with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Microsoft Office Suite – Required
• Experience with ERP - Required
• Communication Skills, Oral & Written – Required
• Experience in ERP Systems, Procurement.
• Efficient organization and time management.
• Ability to think critically and problem solving.
• Willingness to seek continuous improvement in processes.
• Ability to act independently to determine methods and procedures for new assignments.

Required Education, Training or Experience:

 Education – Post-secondary Associates Degree or equivalent work experience

 Experience – 

• Excel: 1 year (Required)
• Procurement: 1- 2 years procurement experience including purchasing, inventory control, supplier relationships (Required)
• Contract manufacturing experience (Desired)