ON-SITE POSITION LOCATED AT OUR WALLINGFORD, CT OFFICE (No Recruiters please!)
Electrical Buyer/Planner
Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Electronics Buyer in a very fast-paced engineering/manufacturing organization in the energy sector. Working under the direction of the Manager of Supply Chain, the Electrical Buyer/Planner is an independent, proactive professional, with a focus on planning and procuring electrical components, materials and equipment essential to production and new product development. The ideal candidate must be able to manage multiple projects, prioritize responsibilities and deliverables, adapt to new challenges and operate effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
Are you ready to take on a new challenge?
In this role, the Electrical Buyer/Planner supports manufacturing and engineering operations by procuring and planning electrical components, materials, and equipment essential to production and new product development. This role ensures timely availability of quality materials, aligns procurement activities with engineering specifications and production schedules, and leverages ERP systems to manage material requirements, inventory levels, and strong supplier relationships to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.
You will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and scheduling electrical components and materials to support manufacturing and engineering needs. This role ensures materials meet quality and specification standards, align with production timelines, and are managed efficiently through ERP systems. It also focuses on maintaining supplier relationships and optimizing cost, quality, and delivery performance.
We are looking for a motivated candidate with a Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field and a minimum of eight years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. This position requires strong negotiation and analytical skills, a solid understanding of manufacturing operations, purchasing processes, and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Must be capable of managing multiple priorities, collaborating effectively across teams, and interacting confidently with upper management.
APS Tech LLC offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, along with a company paid life insurance policy, 401(k), ongoing training, professional development, and tuition reimbursement.
No agencies please.
Online applications only. No phone calls please.
This description is intended to provide the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not all-inclusive. All personnel may be required to perform additional duties as needed outside of their normal responsibilities.