Buyer

This position is ideal for the person who likes to have multiple and varying, challenging tasks throughout the day. It is a fast-paced, energetic work environment building tomorrow’s technology, today. This can be an entry level or experienced position. Your skill set and personality will determine this. However, you MUST have these skills to be considered and candidate must have:

Stellar attendance is absolutely required-we check all references

Strong written and verbal skills

Analytical

Dependable

Detail oriented

Computer Savvy- Word, Excel, Outlook, MRP Software Experience

We manufacture cutting edge electronics and help new and established companies create new innovative products. The position requires orchestrating costing, scheduling/deliveries, purchase orders (winning!), customer interaction about their new product. The swift pace will keep you busy, while creating new technology will keep you curious and focused.

Buyer Job Core Responsibilities

1. Performs complex purchasing activities including pricing, volume discounts, negotiating terms and long-term contracts with suppliers, and delivery of goods\services

2. Negotiates best terms (price, delivery, and payment terms) with suppliers, while maintaining efficient output of purchase orders, to reach highest quality at best value

3. Establishes source selection criteria for evaluation of quotations including target pricing

4. Evaluates quotations received from prospective suppliers and makes decisions regarding award of purchase orders

5. Implements formal and legal contractual documentation into the purchase orders, encompassing all corporate and government requirements

6. Resolves discrepancies between purchase order requirements and supplier performance

7. Ensures compliance to government laws, regulations and procurement policies and procedures

8. Identifies problem areas, initiates corrective action and establishes problem resolution dates in a timely manner

9. Maintains current and accurate purchase order data in the purchasing system (e.g. delivery dates, pricing, change orders)

10. Other responsibilities as assigned

11. Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance

12. Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work additional hours as necessary