Senior Buyer

Broadata Communications • Torrance, CA

37d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) is seeking a Senior Buyer to oversee day-to-day purchasing activities within their Manufacturing Department. This role involves purchasing and materials logistics to support all stages of product development, collaborating with engineers and manufacturing personnel. The Senior Buyer will be crucial to the company's success by ensuring production schedules are met and managing end-to-end materials procurement for internal developments. This is a hands-on, on-site position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, with 5 years of relevant experience, or Associate’s degree, with 10 years of relevant experience
• 5 years of relevant experience (with Bachelor’s degree), or 10+ years of relevant experience (with Associate's degree)
• Understanding and hands-on experience with manufacturing resource planning (MRP) systems such as SAGE or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to commit and work under deadlines
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills; demonstrated proficiency working with large data sets
• Must be able to work in a challenging and engaging work environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, accountability, and professional development.
• The employee in the position will be required to occasionally move throughout the facilities, including climbing stairs, when necessary.
• Occasional bending and reaching in an office environment, including opening and closing file cabinets drawers with light grasping.
• Type on a standard keyboard (laptop or desktop).
• Use standard computer display screens.
• Use standard push-button phones and must speak clearly and be understood by others.
• Sit or stand in a standard upright position for a minimum of one hour, but up to 12 hours a day.
• Be able to lift and carry weight unassisted not exceeding 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications from Industry associations is a plus (C.P.M.).
• Experience in high-tech manufacturing/production environment a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage RFQ and PO processes
• Identify new suppliers and negotiate prices
• Participate in S&OP process including demand and material planning for assigned product portfolios/vendors
• Analyze material inventory and accountable for maintaining sufficient safety stock and inventory projection for the materials
• Balance material demand/supply to minimize stockout risk by analyzing current inventory, forecasting needs, and scheduling supplier’s shipments
• Accountable for creating Purchase Orders in ERP system, maintain accurate open PO lines to define inbound quantities and due dates from suppliers, track in transit shipments, and expedite deliveries as needed
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, and effectively manage quality service / product performance issues with suppliers.
• Communicate material quality and delivery change requirements to suppliers in an MRP environment
• Purchase materials and services, obtaining maximum value in terms of price, quality, and delivery

Benefits

• Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 yearly (based on experience and qualifications)
• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match (100% of the first 4% in eligible compensation)
• Flexible Spending Account
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 1 Week sick pay
• 10 company holidays
• Voluntary life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree