Procurement Buyer

AST SpaceMobile•Midland, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected. Summary: The Buyer is responsible for assisting in the selection and purchasing of quality products at our Production facility in Midland, TX from a group of suppliers globally and or domestic along with the On time delivery of such goods.

Requirements

Bachelors degree required in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, NetSuite or related software.
Ability to compile information and data to make decisions.
Ability to work under pressure and to problem solving,
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Fluent in English.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERPs. Purchasing Modules a must.
Experience negotiating supply chain contracts.
3 years of relevant experience for Senior Buyer level.

Responsibilities

Buying direct material parts from global suppliers
Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers
Providing buying benefits such as savings, better lead times, terms, when buying parts
Assurance of supply on timely matter, following thru from ordering to delivery
Transacting and Placing Purchase Orders for Direct Material Needs in our Netsuite System
Maintaining records and estimated dates for deliveries in the system Netsuite
Keeping Supplier and parts attributes in Netsuite up to date
Owning Supplier Leadtimes and working on improving them.
Owning Procrument-Receiving issues and disputed items resolution process for buy
Resolving Supplier Accounts Payable disputes
Assist in maintaining current inventory.
Assists in research, analysis, and forecasting of current and future buying trends, and products.
Maintains relationships with assigned wholesalers, vendors, and suppliers.
Assists in negotiation of contracts with select wholesalers, vendors, and suppliers.
Assigned to projects to support procurement of goods and services.
Potential assignments to assist commodities to manage procurement and inventory levels.
Maintaining healthy commercial relationships with suppliers
Maintains relationships with internal customers.
Clear reporting of progress and expected deliveries.
Infrequent travel may be required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.