What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Buyer position at II-VI AEROSPACE & DEFENSE?
Under minimal supervision, the Lead Buyer sources, develops and maintains suppliers for materials, supplies, and other production- related items.
Negotiates pricing and terms favorable to project budget and achieves or exceeds target budget / cost without sacrificing quality or delivery.
Works with Production, Programs and Engineering personnel to understand requirements and makes suggestions for viable alternatives when applicable.
Monitors repeat buys and makes suggestions as to stock quantities or inventory levels.
Ensures compliance to SOX, CMMC, SPRS and internal approval matrices.
May assist Estimating in sourcing and costing material / items for RFQ's.
May oversee, train or mentor other Buyers or Purchasing personnel.
Come join a growing team! Primary Duties & Responsibilities Purchasing - 80%
- Examines budgets, drawings and specifications to understand requirements prior to sourcing
- Meets or exceeds target price / cost without sacrificing quality or delivery
- Based on requirements, recommends the best supplier.
Creates P.O's and ensures appropriate approvals are obtained prior to placing orders
Reviews contracts to ensure they comply with LWOS's standard T&C guidelines.
Negotiates contract terms for favorable to LWOS.
Modifies P.O's, lead times or expedites orders as required and communicates changes to all affected parties
Utilizes such relationships to leverage favorable terms for LWOS
and negotiates with supplier for lower costs or better terms
Makes recommendations for including new suppliers based on their capabilities, quality, pricing and capacity
Makes suggestions for improvement when appropriate
Investigates and reports on trends or new suppliers which may potentially impact the company
Years of experience may be substituted for coursework / certification. Skills
Corporate EHS standards. Quality and Environmental Responsibilities Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and / or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System. Culture Commitment Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp. : Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work Coherent Corp.
is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To conform to U.S.
Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S.
citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8.
U.S.C.
1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S.
Department of State.\"Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components.
We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets.
Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program.
It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth.
Come Join Us! Note to recruiters and employment agencies : We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.Under minimal supervision, sources, develops and maintains suppliers for materials, supplies, and other production- related items.
Negotiates pricing and terms favorable to project budget and achieves or exceeds target budget / cost without sacrificing quality or delivery.
Works with Production, Programs and Engineering personnel to understand requirements and makes suggestions for viable alternatives when applicable.
Monitors repeat buys and makes suggestions as to stock quantities or inventory levels.
Ensures compliance to SOX, CMMC, SPRS and internal approval matrices.
May assist Estimating in sourcing and costing material / items for RFQ's.
May oversee, train or mentor other Buyers or Purchasing personnel.
