Buyer 2

Garmin International, Inc.•Olathe, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a full-time Buyer 2 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the semi-complex acquisition of assigned commodities and products and also must drive performance to meet world-class levels in supplier Quality, Cost, Delivery and Service, (QCDS).

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Must demonstrate strong verbal, written, negotiating and analytical skills
Must demonstrate a proven track record of the ability to prioritize, organize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment to effectively meet deadlines
Must be a motivated self starter
Must have a demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills to work across functional and organizational lines with uncompromising ethics
Must possess demonstrated knowledgeable of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRPII)/Master Production Schedule (MPS) process
Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing requirements and ability to asses supplier capabilities
Demonstrated proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Management, Operations or Material preferred or equivalent experience
Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
Previous experience in a electronics manufacturing or repair purchasing

Responsibilities

Manage supplier development in the areas of supplier partnering agreements and QCDS
Develop and negotiate Request for information (RFP) proposal
Manage the planning, ordering and delivery of all components, products and services to ensure on-time delivery across all levels of the organization
Closely monitor inventory levels of assigned commodities and products to maximize inventory turns and minimize exposure to obsolescence
Demonstrate significant contribution to process, product and new product introduction
Review, analyze, develop and negotiate while suggesting improvements on multiple procurement contracts in support of Garmin’s master Production Schedule (MPS)
Prepare cost price analysis for various supplier partnering agreements and projects
Drive and develop a supply chain strategy
Review/compile inventory costing records such as Purchase Price Variance (PPV), scrap and rework costs and then review/drive improvements with leadership/other groups
Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, and Marketing to develop new sources of supply in support of new product development
Demonstrate and supply an understanding of department processes/procedures, work instructions and training requirements for the Purchasing Department in support of ISO9000/QS9000
Demonstrate continued improvement to ensure departmental goals and metrics are met or exceeded with improvements to bottom line