Buyer

Company: Extron
Location: Anaheim
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Responsibilities include evaluating MRP action reports to define the need for the purchased product, prepare RFQs, evaluate quotes, select suppliers, create and approve purchase orders (POs), as well as the delivery of approved POs to suppliers. Manage various commodities with high viability to balance demand across core and preferred suppliers and maintain an understanding of each supplier's capabilities and current capacity, relative to site requirements to ensure appropriate supplier selection. Understand fundamental market drivers so that reasonable pricing can be determined and supply risk reduced. Monitor and manage supplier relationships including reporting and resolution of KPI issues. Prepare and analyze bid packages. Select suppliers and negotiate the best contract terms and conditions. Interacting directly with Quality, Engineering, Project Managers, Sales and others as appropriate. Interfacing with project managers and coordinators for the purpose of purchase order administration as well as daily expediting of orders and updating product status.

Qualified Candidates will have:
BA or BS in Business in business, engineering, or related discipline.
Minimum 5 years' experience in procurement in a manufacturing environment along with strong knowledge of procurement best practices and general business principles.
Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skill
Strong MS Suites knowledge, specifically Excel
Proven ability to develop and execute action plans and communicate /coordinate cross functionally with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing Operations and Suppliers to achieve company goals.
Conscientious, organized, and meticulous with records
Pleasant personality, must work well with all levels of personnel, customers, and suppliers
Overtime work as needed to support customers and company needs
Understands both verbal and written instruction
Team oriented and continuous improvement outlook

Keywords: Extron, Anaheim , Buyer, Other , Anaheim, California