Buyer I

CIRCUIT CHECK INC • Maple Grove, MN

30d • $63,000 - $78,000

About The Position

Circuit Check is the market-leading provider of automated test systems and test fixtures for complex electronic products for the automotive, military/aerospace, medical, industrial, and computer networking industries. At Circuit Check, we believe that innovation is a must, and that a challenging and robust environment where the work is consistently new and cutting edge is the best way to foster creativity. If you are ready to further your career in a fast-paced, technology driven organization where our test designs impact products that are used by millions of people around the world every day, then we invite you to join us at Circuit Check. Our design staff includes electrical, software, mechanical engineers, and project managers. Our systems are supported by staff throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Malaysia, and China.

The Buyer is responsible for procuring raw materials, components, supplies, and services in sufficient quantities to provide for a 100% customer service level, while achieving the targeted Quality & Cost objectives. Primary focus is on procuring electrical and mechanical materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent combination of education and experience with 3-5 years of experience in an ERP environment purchasing electronic/mechanical components
• Proficient with MS Office
• Solid communication, relationship building and negotiating skills
• Good organizational skills required with the ability to manage several tasks concurrently
• Strong customer service orientation
• Requires a strong initiative, proactive nature, and a sense of urgency
• Great attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks is necessary.

Nice To Haves

• APICS, and/or CPM certification would be an asset
• Previous experience with on-line purchasing is desired
• Pervious experience working with mechanical/electrical components is desired.
• Familiarity with ERP or similar integrated information systems is a plus

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions, manage approved suppliers and issue purchase orders according to company procedures
• Expedite supplier shipments; identify and resolve any potential delays while keeping all internal and external customers informed of any materials delays or problems
• Assist in resolution of customs delays
• Share responsibility of recording receipts and closing purchase orders
• Assist in the resolution of invoicing discrepancies
• Manage material costs, perform cost comparisons, and identify cost savings opportunities available
• Participate in cost savings initiatives as required
• Monitor supplier performance and address non-conformances
• Maintain supplier data in ERP system and purchasing files
• Prepare reports/analyses as requested by management
• All activities must be performed in compliance with the Quality System
• Participate in annual physical inventory.

Benefits

• Employees (and their dependents in most plans) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employees are able to enroll in Circuit Check’s 401k plan, in which the Company will match 50% of your contributions up to 6% with a maximum contribution.
• Paid time off includes vacation and sick time along with paid holidays.
• A summary of benefits can be provided by request via email to [email protected]

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees