Job Title:  Buyer

As a Buyer for AMETEK Rotron, you will represent the organization in coordinating, monitoring and facilitating a variety of activities involved with the procurement of goods and services to support materials planning and manufacturing operations. In this role you will develop and execute commodity strategies, source selection, cost reduction initiatives, quality improvement and inventory management program goals. 

How You Will Make an Impact

• Communicate with suppliers to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule
• Manage supplier relationships and maintain alternative sourcing available to provide optimal benefits to the organization; initiate strategic cost saving and purchasing initiatives
• Work with engineering on new product introductions, including early supplier involvement and to provide material pricing
• Report on price variances and support material cost variance analysis
• Discuss defective or unacceptable materials or services with quality control personnel, manufacturing team members, suppliers, and others to determine source of trouble, take corrective action and pursue vendor returns and credits
• Manage and continuously review the Purchase Order System (MRP), to ensure it is accurate, up to date and consistently meets the requirements of the organization to ensure appropriate delivery dates
• Facilitate achievement of +99% On-Time Delivery, with no part shortages that result in line stoppages while maintaining acceptable inventory levels
• Act as the liaison between Sales, Production, Shipping/Receiving, Quality Control, Finance and Engineering on all matters involving material purchases that involve new product introductory, production and achievement of the shipping plan
• Responsibility for cost data packages, inclusive of obtaining supplier quotes; develop consignment, LTA and blanket purchase agreements
• Maintain current knowledge for this position and within the work area through continuing education, subscriptions, certifications and memberships
• This role is full time onsite in Woodstock, NY

What You Will Bring to the Role

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from four-year college in business or supply chain -or- 5 years of purchasing experience in lieu of degree
• 1 – 3 years related experience and/or training in manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid drivers license and qualified to rent vehicles and travel domestically
• Ability to read and interpret prints and drawings; ability to understand and articulate mechanical and technical specifications
• Ability to do basic math, have the skill to calculate percentages and is good with money
• Knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain concepts and applications
• Ability to conduct productive meetings with an agenda with suppliers, on and off site, including trip reports and/or meeting notes; strong phone communication skills and writing skills
• Must be able to maintain confidential information from supplier to supplier and Rotron’s IP
• Ability to interface tactfully and proactively with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, Finance Sales and Management personnel within the organization and with our suppliers
• Self-starter with ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities; willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed
• Professional and team-based approach to problem solving and negotiation is required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Oracle

• Due to the nature of Rotron's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to travel between AMETEK locations as needed
• Ability to travel domestically to meet with suppliers
• Ability to pass a background check and 9-panel drug screen

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