Buyer (Contract Manufacturing)
Buyer (Contract Manufacturing)
Time type: full time
Posted on: October 14, 2024
Job requisition id: R4103
What we need
Symbotic is seeking a highly motivated individual for a buyer role within our Supply Chain organization who brings a “think outside the box” mentality along with a passion for teamwork. We are looking for a Buyer who brings analytical experience and strong collaboration, and organizational skills for a fast-paced high-growth environment. Demonstrated knowledge of sourcing best practices and a history of supply base optimization in automation, warehouse distribution and or a service parts organization.
What we do
Our global Sourcing, Procurement and third-party Supplier team develops innovative category management strategies in collaboration with the business. The team focuses on strategic third-party partner agreements and helps support supplier relationship management, commercial and financial pricing models for overall supplier performance.
Contract Manufacturing
- Execute Contract Manufacturing procurement process and ensure alignment internally with corresponding departments and suppliers.
- Responsible to facilitate all CMO purchasing POs, escalations, resolutions and work with suppliers and sub-tier suppliers to support cost, continuity, quality, and technology material and process requirements.
- Experience and knowledge with BOM Structures, Drawing Packages, Engineering Change Notices, Revision Control, Approved Manufacturer
What You’ll Do
- Facilitate communication between Engineering and suppliers to ensure alignment on New Products, Field Campaigns, and other projects.
- Analyze data for cost-saving opportunities through vendor consolidation, contract negotiations, and strategic supplier selection, with a focus on cost initiatives.
- Utilize MRP (preferably SAP) and planning tools to analyze inventory, order patterns, and sales data for strategic purchasing decisions.
- Identify and mitigate business risks related to delivery, quality, cost, and performance.
- Report on material status, including expedited and late orders, and address material shortages and problem parts.
- Support New Product Introduction/Contract Manufacturing by processing and escalating purchase orders.
- Maintain accurate purchase item data and planning parameters for MPS/MRP processes.
- Collaborate with other departments to resolve purchasing issues related to quality, scheduling, and pricing disputes.
- Identify supply risks and take corrective actions or escalate with recommended resolutions.
- Work cross-functionally to ensure internal and external service levels are met.
- Optimize total cost of ownership and on-time delivery through planning and control of automation-related activities.
- Lead bid package development and manage RFQ processes, including bid list creation, SOW development, and analysis of sourcing decisions.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What you'll need
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement.
- Experience in like commodities: Conveyors, Lifts, Robotics, Automation Controls, Material Handling Systems and knowledge of the related supply base.
- Minimum 3 years of detailed experience with MRP systems (SAP preferred).
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are preferred.
Our Environment
- Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.
- The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.
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