BS/BA Degree in Business or equivalent education in material management
Strong background in ERP/MRP (preferably SAP Business One)
Proficient in MS Excel
Excellent organizational skills with minimal supervision
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Minimum of 5 years of procurement experience, preferably in electronics
Continuous improvement training is a plus
Responsibilities
Procure production materials, including complex electronic assemblies and shop supplies
Schedule materials according to forecasts
Participate in the RMA/reverse logistics process and manage inventory control
Support lean supply chain initiatives like Kanban and VMI
Maintain accurate data in SAP, including bills of material and purchasing records
Assist accounts payable with supplier payment reconciliations
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commuter Benefits
Fully paid Basic Life Insurance for employees and dependents
Fully paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance options
Full Job Description
Position Overview:
The Senior Buyer is responsible for the procurement of all assemblies and raw material used in production as well as the shipment of finished goods. The primary objective for this position is to minimize cost through effective procurement and disciplined inventory management while meeting customer service requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Timely procurement of all production materials from complex electronic assemblies to shop supplies consumed in the manufacturing process.
Schedules all material to forecast.
Active participant in the RMA/reverse logistic process. Knowledge and execution of the repair cycle and inventory control.
Support a lean supply chain - Kanban, VMI and consignment inventory.
Maintains accurate source data in SAP - bills of material, item master and other inventory data and purchasing records.
Supports accounts payable in the timely reconciliation of supplier payment issues.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
BS/BA Degree in Business or equivalent education in material management
Strong background in ERP/MRP (preferably SAP Business One)
Strong working knowledge of MS Excel
Strong organizational skills and able to work with minimum supervision
Strong verbal and written communications skills
A minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, preferably electronics
Continuous improvement background/training is a plus
Education:
High School Diploma or GED required
BS/BA Degree in Business or equivalent education in material management
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods
Ability to use hands and fingers for manual dexterity and repetitive tasks
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and lift as required by the position
Ability to safely lift, carry, push, or pull objects within the requirements of the position
Ability to perform the visual, auditory, and communication requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position
Ability to work safely in the physical and environmental conditions applicable to the position
Company Benefits: • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Paid Holidays • Parental Leave • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) • 401(k) with company match • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Commuter Benefits • Basic Life Insurance - fully paid by the company for employees and their dependents • Long-Term Disability Insurance - fully paid by the company • Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance • Supplemental Life Insurance options
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee may also be asked to perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor as required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
