DescriptionSHELLBACK is looking for a full-time
SeniorBuyer responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials in support of our Coopersburg, PA manufacturing operations. This is an amazing opportunity to be part of a growing department in a forever expanding semiconductor market. We are looking for candidates who are energetic, willing to take ownership, and driven to see success to be part of this new team.
Key Responsibilities:• Sourcing and procurement of purchased materials, parts, supplies, equipment, and services in support of the manufacturing facility.
• Utilizing a Strategic approach to understanding markets for various commodities and uses knowledge of market prices to negotiate contracts, pricing and mitigate purchase price variances.
• Manage supplier relationships, coordination of timely deliveries and resolution of late deliveries and expediting of deliveries, as necessary.
• Analyzes demand and usage information to create strategic actions that maximize volume purchases without excessive inventory impact.
• Utilizes the ERP system for re-order point processes to prevent Zero bin occurrences and mitigate impacts from long lead purchases.
• Establish alternative sources for materials and services that result in cost reductions and efficient spend improvements.
• Coordinates defective material resolution with suppliers and actions related to defective materials across multiple departments including engineering, manufacturing, inventory control, sales, and finance.
• Coordinates Engineering Change Notifications with suppliers.
• Performs supplier assessments and maintains supplier report card to ensure the best suppliers are used for procurement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Requirements• Strong Proficiency in MS office suite (particularly strong in Excel and SharePoint applications).
• Demonstrated utilization of ERP systems as a key tool within job scopes (NetSuite a plus).
• Ability to read, understand, and have technical discussions with suppliers and internal teams regarding blueprints and specifications.
• Familiar with manufacturing, purchasing, and inventory control methods and processes.
• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task to meet the demands of the project schedule.
• Strong communication skills with vendors, customers, sales & marketing, and technical personnel.
Preferred requirement - 5 years minimum work experience in a manufacturing environment (electrical applications a plus).
Education- Bachelor's or Associate degree with equivalent work experience.
- Equivalent work experience without a degree = 10+ years.
