Buyer II
About this role
Description
- Manage and execute Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to ensure alignment with production demand.
- Monitor and maintain material pipeline to meet MRP requirements; proactively identify and resolve supply issues.
- Ensure material availability to support the Master Production Schedule (MPS) through on-time delivery and coordination from receiving to production.
- Execute and leverage negotiated supplier terms to minimize material liability and optimize cost efficiency.
- Generate and manage Purchase Orders in accordance with agreed pricing, terms, and conditions.
- Ensure supplier compliance with contractual agreements and performance expectations.
- Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for CNC machined parts, sheet metal components, PCB assemblies, and electronic components.
- Optimize order management processes to enhance supplier communication and operational efficiency.
- Maintain accurate master data and planning parameters to balance procurement costs with inventory levels.
- Monitor and improve supplier performance in delivery and quality; lead corrective actions for recurring or critical issues.
- Contribute to commodity and pricing strategies; collaborate closely with Buyers,
- Managers, and Supply Chain teams.
- Provide insights on supplier performance and support strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Resolve any price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues with suppliers.
- Leverage data analytics to optimize excess inventory disposition, scale strategic stocking programs, and maximize supplier spend value.
- Support additional tasks and projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
- 3-5 years of progressive procurement/purchasing experience with demonstrated vendor negotiation skills
- APICS or ISM certification (e.g., CPIM, CPSM) preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Prior experience with an SAP system is desirable.
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Company at a glance
Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Silicon Valley, USA, BizLink is dedicated to making transformative connections that bring visionary ideas to life. We specialize in providing essential components such as wire harnesses, connectors, and cables to a broad spectrum of industries, including the information and communications technology, consumer electronics, healthcare, transportation, and industrial automation sectors.
Our global presence, with flexible production resources and R&D teams across North America, Europe, and Asia, allows us to proactively drive innovation and enable future possibilities. At BizLink, our customer-centric approach and commitment to relentless advancement empower us to deliver zero-distance service and continual performance optimization, making a positive and meaningful impact worldwide.
We turn possibilities into reality; furthermore, we connect possibilities to world-changing visions.
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