Technical Buyer

Description:

Purchases approved engineered materials and products to meet MRP generated requirements or purchase requisitions

Analyzes the MRP Order Action Report on a daily basis in order to determine requirements and uses this to make quantity buy decisions while also considering cost, forecasts and other inputs as needed.

Maintains the integrity of information in system by ensuring all materials purchased have correct cost, lead time, manufacturer's part number, safety stock levels and any other applicable information. Makes any changes to the system as directed by the Materials Manager and maintains accurate delivery dates in the system for all purchased materials

Expedites materials as required by analyzing past due purchase orders and seeks manager approval for any additional costs that may be incurred as a result of the expediting activity

Assists the Materials Manager in the RFQ process for annual purchasing agreements and assists in the negotiation process

Works directly with Engineering on new designs, recommends which suppliers to use based on complexity of the design and overall expected volumes and acts as the interface with suppliers

Creates and updates reports as needed by the Materials Manager

Coordinates the qualification of new vendors

Maintains the purchase order files and file storage

Assists in the resolution of accounting discrepancies

Arranges the return of rejected material

Skills:

purchasing, engineering, buyer purchasing

Top Skills Details:

purchasing, engineering, buyer purchasing

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

2 - 4 (two to four) years of buying experience, specifically with contract manufacturers of printed wiring assemblies, custom fabricated sheet metal and custom designed electrical components (such as custom transformers and inductors).

Experienced with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes

Ability to read and understand source control drawings and mechanical drawings

Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and with inter-company personnel and suppliers

Must possess good organizational skills and be able to handle multiple tasks in a high stress/deadline environment

Must be computer proficient, with specific proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Must have working knowledge of MRP systems

Ability to work overtime during peak workload conditions

Must maintain attention to detail and follow through on all work

Should be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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