SENIOR BUYER FOR JOB SHOP MANUFACTURING

Accurate Engineering is seeking a self-motivated Senior Buyer who desires to live and work in beautiful Ventura County, California, along the 101 'tech corridor.'? We offer a great working environment and excellent benefits.

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Job Purpose:

Source materials for manufacturing requirements, identify suppliers, and arrange delivery.

Duties:

* Develops purchasing specifications and performance test requirements by analyzing technical data, designs, and manufacturing requirements; consulting with manufacturing personnel.



* Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers; researching parts, equipment, and materials availability.



* Purchases parts, equipment, and materials by preparing and submitting purchase orders.

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* Facilitates inspections, substitutions, and standardization by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company personnel.



* Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating vendor/manufacturing issues.



* Provides parts, equipment, and materials information by answering questions and requests.



* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.



* Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.



* Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.



Skills/Qualifications:

Supply Management,?Vendor Relationships, Organization, Planning,?Resolving Conflict, Supply Management, Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Reporting Skills