Buyer - Dynamic Manufacturing

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may be assigned. 1.Assists in the procurement of requisitioned items in accordance with policy. 2.Prepares and places purchase orders for standard and non-standard materials, products and services. 3.Negotiates terms and conditions with assigned suppliers covering method of delivery, delivery date, price, discount, freight payment, warranty period, etc. 4.Assists with data entry and maintenance of ERP system data such as vendor master, item master, item/vendor cross-reference files, lead times, etc. 5.Ensures appropriate resolution of ERP exception messages. 6.Initiates appropriate "sourcing" efforts such as Internet searches in addition to the approved supplier base when justified by requirements. 7.Initiates appropriate action on quote and expedite responses from suppliers during the decision-making phase of the process. 8.Develops and maintains key supplier relationships, as assigned. 9.Communicates with current and prospective suppliers to best meet the requirements of our organizational goals and customers. 10.Controls, monitors and analyzes supplier quality and on-time delivery in accordance with policy and stated organizational goals. 11.Initiates periodic discussions with suppliers to explore supply-chain and inventory management concepts that may be applicable to assisting the company with organizational goals. 12.Maintains an awareness of economic and business situations as they affect purchasing activities and policies and adapts as necessary to changing conditions. 13.Monitors industry trends and communicates as necessary to senior management.

NOTE: The preceding examples are representative of the assignments performed by this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A working knowledge of ERP and JIT concepts required. Electronics industry experience desirable. Experience with engineering drawings and designs desirable. Must be able to maintain confidentiality Excellent communication (verbal/written) skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent computer skills Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and database software

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor degree in business or related field or equivalent experience required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Visual acuity imperative Limited physical activity; lifting files and/or boxes of up to 15 pounds on an infrequent basis Considerable time (30-40 hours/week) working with a personal computer