Buyer

Motorola Solutions•Culver City, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Motorola Solutions, a global leader in communication technology, is seeking a Buyer for its subsidiary, Silvus Technologies. Silvus Technologies specializes in advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems for mission-critical applications. This role is crucial for ensuring uninterrupted production and on-time delivery by managing the end-to-end procurement process. The Buyer will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, collaborating with various teams and managing supplier relationships. This position is based at Silvus Technologies’ Warehouse in Culver City, CA, with a hybrid work schedule requiring a minimum of 3 days onsite per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Physics or related field, OR 3+ years of relevant experience in Supply Chain or Operations in a manufacturing or a related industry.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Ability to work independently and take ownership in a fast-paced environment.
Production scheduling experience required.
Ability to work well with all levels of the organization.
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
Successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of BOM structures, MRP/ERP systems and manufacturing planning processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting tools.

Responsibilities

Take full ownership of the procurement process from demand planning through purchase order execution and post-delivery follow-through.
Analyze material requirements to support production requirements, inventory levels, and forecasts to ensure timely procurement of materials and manufacturing supplies.
Create and manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders while ensuring accuracy in pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules.
Monitor and expedite open orders to ensure on-time delivery of materials required for production.
Coordinate closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Shipping teams to support manufacturing operations and resolve material shortages.
Manage supplier relationships, including negotiations on pricing, lead times, delivery commitments, and service levels.
Track supplier performance and proactively resolve delivery, quality, and supply chain issues, escalating critical concerns to management as needed to minimize operational risk and ensure continuity of supply.
Ensure timely resolution of discrepancies related to shipments, invoices, returns, and non-conforming materials.
Maintain accurate procurement records, ERP/MRP system data, and inventory parameters.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supply chain optimization.
Support new product introductions (NPI) by sourcing components and coordinating supplier readiness.
Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.