Buyer
Hybrid Schedule 3 days onsite/2 days remote a week.
MUST be US Citizen
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Acting as a liaison between Sourcing and all other interfacing organizations to plan, coordinate and implement strategies for all Supply Chain activities related to fulfilling manufacturing and aftermarket requirements.
Heavily involved in hardware transition activities including all aspects of planning and transition execution.
Due to interface with global suppliers (time zone differences), the desirable candidate will need to be flexible on the hours worked.
This individual plans, schedules, places orders and administrates purchase orders to ensure quality hardware is delivered on time.
Maintains proper inventory levels per order policy. Interacts with personnel throughout the site with frequent outside contacts to discuss/negotiate difficult technical problems.
Incumbent works under general direction with specified suppliers and hardware. Plans and schedules purchase orders in accordance with the production requirements as shown in the SAP ERP system.
Manages inventory to a specified inventory plan as required to support the production schedule.
Researches and provides constant feedback to department and management relative to material shortages and suppliers capacity and capabilities.
Demonstrates an active commitment to continuous improvement in the areas of Quality, Cost, Delivery and Lead Time.
Have effective interpersonal and communication skills with all levels of employees and management. High degree of confidence, objectivity, tact, diplomacy and ethical conduct is essential.
Demonstrated ability in negotiations, planning and hardware administration procedures
Ability to organize work, document and/or report concisely and accurately and be thorough in carrying out the responsibilities of the job.
Monitor and release kits to both internal and external suppliers to support Production and After Market needs.
Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors.
Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers.
REQUIREMENTS:
May require a bachelor's degree or 1-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.