Senior Buyer

As a Senior Buyer, you will work in the Purchasing Department with all aspects of procurement of materials and/or services. You will be working with a diverse team of dedicated, creative and technical forces behind the design and development of new power conversion systems. By being a part of our team, you will help us take our ideas from conception to reality.

Responsibilities:  

• Manage Suppliers in all aspects of Supply Chain including quality, on time delivery, scheduling, inventory management, and contract negotiation
• Create, process, and approve purchase orders accurately in the ERP system
• Prioritize and coordinate inventory items, track supplier deviations, monitor and document supplier quality issues as necessary
• Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements
• Measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality, and delivery performance
• Negotiate with suppliers and find ways to reduce costs without jeopardizing the quality and delivery of the components
• Monitors inventory position against sales forecast and customer orders to maintain acceptable safety stock levels
• Manage Purchasing Key Performance Indicators
• Resolve billing and logistical issues while communicating effectively in a professional manner
• Lead vendor meetings
• Responsible for various reporting and follow up including: Open Purchase Orders, Late Purchase Orders, Delivery Schedules, Inventory Coverage, and Supplier On Time Performance
• Propose continuous improvement changes and processes when required
• Work individually, and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Perform duties in accordance with policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in the Supply Chain field or related area with a minimum of 5 - 10 years of sourcing experience
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read and understand BOMs and drawings
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Electronic components and/or PCBA’s preferred
• Knowledge of key inventory performance drivers and metrics
• Experience in project management, lean, and continuous improvement environments strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Excel including macros, pivot tables, and advanced formulas
• Ability to interact with a diverse team at all organization levels