What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Matric Limited?
Matric Group of Seneca, PA is seeking to hire a full-time Buyer to assist in the procurement of requisitioned items. This position offers a competitive wage with benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been searching for, apply today!
ABOUT MATRIC GROUP
Matric group is a contract manufacturer of electronic assemblies, offering world-class Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) with personalized customer support, working closely with customers to meet unique assembly and testing requirements. Since opening our doors in 1971, we have become skillful in all aspects of product development and have supported a wide variety of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and industries. With technical competence, market expertise, and a focus on customer service, we are an excellent partner for projects of any complexity.
We know that we would not be able to accomplish our goals without the hard work of our team. Our team is energized each day to work hard, work smart, and work together. We value the time and hard work put in by our manufacturing employees which is why we offer competitive salaries, great benefits, and a fun and rewarding work environment.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN BUYER
As a Buyer, you are responsible for preparing and placing purchase orders for standard and non-standard materials, products and services. You negotiate terms and conditions with assigned suppliers covering method of delivery, delivery date, price, discount, freight payment, warranty period, etc. You are adept in ERP systems assisting with data entry and ensuring appropriate resolution of exception messages.
When procuring requisitioned items, you are always maintaining awareness of economic and business situations and monitoring industry trends. You develop and maintain key supplier relationships and communicate with current and prospective suppliers to best meet the requirements of the company and customers. You are accountable for controlling, monitoring and analyzing supplier quality and on-time delivery.
In this position, you have the opportunity to initiate appropriate "sourcing" efforts and periodic discussions with suppliers to explore new supply-chain and inventory management concepts.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN BUYER
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field or combination of related education and experience
- Working knowledge of ERP and JIT concepts
- Familiarity with electronics industry and engineering designs are desirable
Are you able to communicate easily and effectively? Do you have excellent interpersonal skills? Are you able to maintain confidentiality with sensitive materials? Do you consider yourself to be proficient with computers including word processing, spreadsheet, and database software? Are you an analytical thinker and problem solver? If so, we want you to join our purchasing team!
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR ELECTRONIC TEAM?
We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this Buyer position in our facility, please fill out our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!
