Buyer

Overview Job Title: Buyer Job Location: Torrance, CA Salary: $70,000-$85,000/yr DOE Stellant Systems, a premier manufacturer of critical power amplification products where our technologies and products are unparalleled in the industry. We specialize in the manufacture of microwave devices for ground-based, airborne and satellite communications, industrial and medical equipment, and radar; we are the only U.S. supplier of space-qualified Traveling Wave Tube and Traveling Wave Tube Amplifiers. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions. Together, we form an invincible company.

As an employer of choice, our goal is to deliver an exceptional employee experience - we recruit diverse, high-performing talent to help our customers exceed their mission needs, which drives our employees to achieve their full potential.

Fundamental to our culture is our focus on core values, inclusivity in the work environment, and a unified dedication to continuous innovation and improvement. In order to serve our vast customer base ranging from the defense industry leaders, to the U.S. and allied militaries, and medical communities, we need the world’s most dedicated and talented people. If these types of projects excite you, we’d love for you to join our team and help us detect, protect, and connect.

Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives.
• Approves and qualifies vendors, obtains quotes, examines bids and makes awards
• Follows up on all awards through completion of order
• Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers’ operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules
• Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects, or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, and maintains necessary records
• Prepares request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages
• Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes, within their signature authority
• Obtains quotes, negotiate, and procure materials and services for the best value
• Prepares required paperwork for Purchase Order package, shippers, RFPs/RFQs, supplier and interdepartmental correspondence, etc.
• Verifies accuracy of all documentation such as supplier proposals to purchase orders, file documentation, invoices and receipts, and sign purchase orders
• Interfaces with current and potential suppliers to determine best price and delivery for current requirements and remains abreast of economic and business situations relating to procurement activity
• Maintains total ownership of supplier’s deliveries. Actions taken could include obtaining prints, samples, delivery dates, corrective action, and resolution to discrepant materials. Will likely involve negotiating with supplier when supplier caused rework occurs
• Processes rejected materials back to supplier in a timely manner after receipt of dispositioned NMR.
• Develops new vendors and participates with Engineering in the evaluation and selection of alternate source of supply in accordance with internal policies and procedures
• Responsible for reporting accurate and up to date information both in MRP and in production team meetings. Due to working in a lean production environment, the buyer shall strive to meet a performance metric of 100% current data in both MRP and in shortage reporting in accordance with company procedures
• Interfaces with Engineering and Planning regarding drawing discrepancies, B.O.M., and EO’s. Works with Program Managers on problems which affect meeting contract requirements
• Makes periodic visits to manufacturers and suppliers to ensure that procurement standards are being maintained
• Conducts desk audits on a weekly basis to determine if their desk “queue” is meeting company standards of placing requisitions, updating purchase orders, processing RTVs, invoice resolution, and tracking to completion to avoid delivery impact, and ensure suppliers are meeting current quality acceptance and on time delivery goals
• Other assignments as identified by the Procurement Manager

Qualifications For Associate, Procurement (Level 1)

• Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of related experience, Master's degree, OR 3 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated teamwork orientation
• Strong organizational skills
• Excel and other technical skills that help identify areas for supplier performance improvement
• Ability to work in a very fast paced environment

For Sr. Associate, Procurement (Level 2)

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of related experience, a Master's degree OR 6 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experienced in either military electronics, electrical material, machining, sheet metal, plastics, ceramics, raw material, consumables, make-to-print, and/or general purchasing experience as applicable to commodity assigned.
• Experienced in Government Documentation of Purchasing records.
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated teamwork orientation
• Strong organizational skills
• Experience interfacing with multiple departments.
• Experience in negotiations, price/cost analysis, and the development of new suppliers that meet Government requirements
• Advanced Excel and other technical skills that help identify areas for supplier performance improvement
• Experience leading strategic initiatives, as well as activities related to supplier selection, product delivery specifications, and quality
• Ability to work in a very fast paced environment
• Infor LN software is a plus

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).