Sr. Buyer - Ametek : Job Details

The Buyer is an essential member of the SCP materials management team contributing to operational success. The Buyer is responsible for the effective and efficient procurement of precision/intricate machined parts, cable, moldings, and outside processing operations. The Buyer reports to the Materials Manager and works closely with the SCP Busines Director, Engineering, Quality, Sales and Accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

* Prepare and process purchase orders per MRP report, negotiate pricing, delivery times, net terms, supplier source selection, measure supplier OTD performance, and maintain accurate costs.

* Manage purchase order dates.

* Partner with Materials Manager for understanding of the production backlog and changing MRP dates to drive on-time delivery.

* Identify long lead time items and order appropriately to ensure on-time delivery.

* Develop and maintain purchasing methods for efficient procurement of material in a cost-effective manner.

* Establish, maintain, and promote positive relationships with vendors to ensure favorable terms and conditions.

* Interface with Manufacturing, Production Control, Quality, Sales, and Engineering to achieve the smooth flow of materials and services.

Requirements for Consideration:

* A Bachelor's degree and at least two years' experience in a procurement position of technical products for a manufacturing organization.

* Familiarity with military specifications, INCO terms, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.

* Solid understanding and working experience with MRP/ERP systems.

* Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

* Ability to present solutions clearly and concisely to communicate requirements and constraints related to RFQ data analysis.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.

* Self-starter who can work effectively on an individual/team basis & ability to successfully handle multiple, high priority issues simultaneously.

* Expert skills with MS Office products, including Word and Excel.

* CPM and/or CPIM certification are a plus.

* For the purposes of ITAR regulations, applicants should be US citizens or permanent residents.

Compensation

Salary Minimum: $60,000

Salary Maximum: $80,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) ###-####.

Nearest Major Market: Providence

Nearest Secondary Market: Rhode Island