Buyer - Collabratech Solutions (Cts)

This position is with our company CollabraTech Solutions, where our expertise includes development, prototyping, design-for-manufacture, down-costing, systems integration, maintenance, product extension, and end-of-life planning. Our wide-angle lens on high-tech engineering leverages real-world knowledge as an advanced, in-house contract manufacturing service organization. We know what it takes to make 10 and what it takes to make 1,000, and the rules for each. We also know that a single, hand-built prototype might be a brilliant demonstration unit, but may never qualify for a pharmaceutical production line, or use in aerospace missions.
SUMMARY
The Buyer role at CTS supports the development and execution of a purchasing system for a highly complex manufacturer of Ultra High Purity (UHP) gas and chemical delivery systems and other electro-mechanical integrated systems in an ERP/MRP environment..
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Buyer Responsibilities (Primary)

• Responsible for ordering of price sensitive materials and to follow through with suppliers on shipment and delivery
• Ability to negotiate and interact with suppliers on pricing, lead times and demand planning
• Create and report material shortage information
• Alternately source critical components in support of delivery challenges
• Supports BOM & blueprint revision control practices
• Ability to purchase fabrication services
• Place PO's within the ERP system and obtain PO confirmations
• Define appropriate inventory and purchasing parameters (min order quantities, restocking levels, etc.)
• Assist in documenting work processes and developing staff
• Run reports to support date management and demand fluctuation
• Support category strategy, tactical sourcing projects, and competitive quoting requirements
• Perform analysis to identify savings, define efficiency improvements
• Manages performance of purchase orders
• Prepare RFQ packages, issue RFQ's to potential suppliers
• Review quotes and secure the most competitive bids
• Support Materials management and the company in quality improvements, cost/lead-time reduction and product delivery

Buyer Responsibilities (Primary) - Continued

• Assists in creating and maintaining supply base performance monitoring process
• Process non-conforming material requests with suppliers
• Performs other duties as assigned

Planning / Order Entry Responsibilities (Cross-training / backup)

• Loads new customer orders into ERP system; acknowledges and confirms customer orders
• Utilizes Excel to manage Master Schedule milestones and works with the Manufacturing Manager to determine build schedule
• Takes direction from Materials Manager on release schedules and release Job Orders / Job Routers through ERP system
• Tracks open issues with new orders and works with Account Management and Project Management to come up with solutions
• Communicate any required order changes and/or special instructions to manufacturing and warehouse team members.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Value building meaningful and long-standing relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical skills and ability to perform to complex requirements
• Excellent customer service skills, including effective listening
• Ability to work in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment.

• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, confidentially and interact and build relationships within all levels of the organization.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint), including very strong proficiency in Excel.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, material management or any related field of study is preferred. Equivalent experience in Production Planning/Purchasing within a manufacturing environment is also highly desirable.
• ERP knowledge and experience with Global Shop Solutions ERP system is a plus.

#ExyteCareersAreExciting
CPS (an Exyte Group Company) is a group of manufacturing and design companies providing innovative product solutions to the semiconductor, life science, chemical processing, gas systems, wastewater, mining, power generation and other industries. We provide a broad range of products & services including liquid, chemical, and gas storage, blending, and delivery control, pre-fabricated high purity process utility modules, corrosive fume exhaust duct, and airflow control devices. With the breadth of our product offerings and engineering capabilities we can offer broad turnkey solutions or targeted niche products depending on our customer's needs and desires.
BENEFITS:
Critical Process System Group offers competitive compensation and a complete benefits package that includes: Annual Performance-Based Bonuses, Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Short/Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance. 401k deferral and match program, PTO and Paid Holidays and Employee Assistance Program.
Extras:
Above & Beyond Recognition, Birthday Recognition, Wellness Program with challenges, incentives and rewards all year!
If you are looking for a future with a company known for its inventiveness and passion for progress, look no further...... your career is right here!