What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUYER - ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING position at EchoStar Corporation?
EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ : SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.
EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for an Buyer - Electronics Manufacturing in our Hughes Network Systems division to support Manufacturing Operations. This position will be located at our office in Germantown, MD .
Responsibilities :
- Source and obtain direct materials, components, equipment, and services to support the manufacturing requirements while achieving the lowest cost of ownership, quality, and service.
- Engage with Hughes Design Engineering to review the project requirements and down select potential suppliers based on capabilities.
- Analyze MRP / ERP Reports to make sourcing decisions based on supplier capability, lead time, usage and material availability.
- Issue Purchase Orders to suppliers and ensure delivery compliant with the need dates and procurement specifications.
- Continuously acquire and maintain technical and cost driver knowledge of products purchased.
- Coordinate purchasing activities with managers and engineering departments to ensure quality inventory and schedule goals are met.
- Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and on-site visits as appropriate.
- Negotiate contacts for material and equipment purchases in a cost-effective and timely manner.
- Communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with internal and external customers.
- Provide interactive link between corporate logistics, procurement, internal, external customers and suppliers.
Basic Requirements :
Preferred Qualifications :
Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.
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Compensation Range
Annual Salary : $60,000.00 - $90,000.00
EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all-from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!
EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to developing and promoting an inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer- Veteran / Disability. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.
Salary : $60,000 - $90,000
