Supply Chain Analyst / Buyer

What we do matters!

CPI Electron Device Business, with a history spanning more than seven decades, is a global leader in design, development, and manufacturing of electronic components and subsystems. We have locations in the United States and Europe. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the radar, defense, industrial, and scientific markets.

CPI EDB produces thousands of products that have impacted people's lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, support and protect soldiers, sailors, and pilots, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, help ensure the safety of imported foods and materials, and much more.

We are looking for energetic, agile, highly motivated, and customer focused individuals to join our team and help us to continue to be a market leader, shaping the future in communications and power.

YOUR DAY TO DAY:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to join our team. This is an entry-level role, ideal for recent college graduates with a background in supply chain management, business, operations, industrial engineering, or related fields. The Supply Chain Analyst will support day-to-day supply chain activities including data analysis, reporting, supplier coordination, and inventory management, while gaining hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems and cross-functional collaboration.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

Why This Role is a Career Accelerator

Immediate Impact: Contribute to cost savings, supplier performance, and operational efficiency from day one.

Cross-Functional Exposure: Work with engineering, manufacturing, finance, and supply chain leadership daily.

Learning & Innovation: Get hands-on experience with automation, ERP/MRP systems, and data analysis while exploring new tools like AI.

Strategic Planning & Forecasting

Support the conversion of production schedules and demand forecasts into material requirements.

Learn how to track and analyze KPIs to identify trends and recommend improvements.

Assist with MRP/ERP report reviews and help define procurement plans to meet demand.

Supplier Partnerships & Negotiation

Collaborate with senior team members on supplier communication and performance reviews.

Learn the basics of supplier negotiation, contract terms, and cost tracking (PPV).

Support efforts to build positive, professional supplier relationships.

High-Impact Projects & Automation

Help maintain and improve shortage reports for better visibility of material risks.

Contribute to projects exploring automation and digitization in procurement.

Participate in analysis of outsourcing/insourcing opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work alongside engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure materials are available on time.

Gain experience presenting data-driven insights and updates to managers and team leaders.

Procurement & Compliance

Learn the fundamentals of procurement regulations (FAR/DFARS) and company compliance processes.

Support documentation for defense-related and ITAR-controlled purchases.

Assist with supplier compliance checks under guidance from senior staff.

Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into actionable business decisions.
• Strong bias for action and sense of urgency.
• This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a “U.S. Person” as defined under ITAR and EAR. In order to be a U.S. Person for ITAR and EAR purposes, you must (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
• No Visa sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Professional experience in supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, or engineering with demonstrated results in strategic initiatives.
• Negotiation experience and confidence in working with suppliers on cost, terms, and process improvement.
• Strong skills in Excel, basic understanding of ERP/MRP systems (Oracle preferred) and a passion for automation and digital transformation.
• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, DD254, and ITAR requirements.

Salary Range: $71,135-$110,000/year

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

We recognize and appreciate that our employees are our most important asset. We invest in employee wellbeing by offering a wide range of comprehensive benefits to help you achieve your best physical and emotional health for yourself and your family.

Employee Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• Disability insurances
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Employee assistance programs
• Workplace accommodations

Financial Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Annual performance and salary reviews
• Generous retirement savings plans with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work schedules
• Educational reimbursement
• Tax savings accounts
• Employee referral bonuses
• And more!

* Please note that while our philosophy is the same in all locations, benefits may vary by office/country

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI EDB, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI EDB is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI EDB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.