THE COMPANY
Galvion designs, develops, and manufactures ballistic helmets and dynamic power and data management solutions for the modern battlefield. We are a passionate, global, and fast-paced team working with several strategic partners and are committed to enhancing the overall agility and survivability of the modern warfighter and tactical operator.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Senior Buyer will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing essential materials for the business's operations, including researching raw materials suppliers and comparing costs, negotiating purchase agreements and developing inventory controls to identify demand for new materials to support two lines of business: Advance Capabilities and Power & data Systems. They will collaborate with the Senior Planner to ensure that the companies operational needs met maintaining a continuity of supply. This role will also be responsible for managing the buyer.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Work closely with the Master Planner and inventory team to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent shortages or overstock situations.
Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms and agreements.
Work closely with Product Managers and R&D Managers on new products.
Utilize the ERP system to coordinate and collaborate with the Master Planner on all inventory needs
Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure purchased commodities meet the required standards and specifications as well as generating and processing Return Material Authorization's (RMA's) and participate in corrective action requests.
Proactively identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions
Implement cost-effective purchasing strategies without compromising quality and reliability.
Continuously seek opportunities to reduce procurement costs
Support direction and strategies regarding supplier demand forecasting, supplier capacity planning, supply base inventory management, supplier replenishment, and procurement transactions
Source and develop good supplier partnerships for materials being purchased, including inventory stocking programs.
Manage supplier on-time delivery (OTD) performance, maintain system data integrity, and measure performance on related key indicators.
Provide a weekly purchase order status report to management
Participate in purchasing and freight cost reduction initiatives that support company goals
Reconcile discrepancies between supplier shipments & contractual obligations
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, company policies, and ethical standards in all procurement activities
Continually look for & suggest new methods for developing & making the system more effective
Perform other duties as required
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED
8-9 years' experience in purchasing
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as supply chain management or business, economics
Background in electro-mechanical purchasing a plus
Experience in raw material purchasing preferred
Position requires someone who is self-motivated and proactive
Experienced in a manufacturing environment and use in ERP operating software
Strong attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Must be detailed oriented, quick learner, and a team player
Proficiency with MS Windows, Microsoft Excel required
Experienced with lean initiatives
Familiarity with ISO
Military experience is a plus
Work environment (include physical requirements)
Office environment within a manufacturing facility
Must have the ability to obtain required documents to travel internationally
Weekly travel between Marlborough and Portsmouth locations is required
Galvion provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Galvion complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.