Kontron is a global leader in IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT). Kontron offers individual solutions in the areas of Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 through a combined portfolio of hardware, software and services. With its standard and customized products based on highly reliable state-of-the-art technologies, Kontron provides secure and connected applications for a wide variety of industries. As a result, customers benefit from accelerated time-to-market, lower total cost of ownership, extended product lifecycles and the best fully integrated applications.

In addition to being an established global presence with opportunities for growth, Kontron encourages communication through all levels of the organization to ensure a common direction and allow our employees to make informed decisions. Our culture has been created by the people who work here, making Kontron a fast-paced, friendly, and enjoyable workplace with competitive salaries, and excellent benefits.

We have an exciting opportunity for a senior role as Buyer 3 to join our Kontron Family! The Sr. Buyer is responsible for procurement of raw materials in support of electronics manufacturing products. Working independently with the E.R.P. / M.R.P. system to analyze requirements, will solicit quotes from approved suppliers and issue purchase orders or establish purchasing agreements to support the business. Additional responsibilities include making decisions related to supplier selection, evaluation and on-time delivery performance measurement, cost reduction, and timely reconciliation of non-conforming material.

Kontron America is an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulation) registered facility administered by the U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). To be eligible for employment under the ITAR, and individual must be a U.S. person. As per U.S. Code of Federal Regulations § 120.62, a U.S. person under ITAR includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20)/Green Card holders, and protected individuals in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Review MRP signals daily/ (weekly minimum) and place orders as necessary to cover requirements for inventory (Stock) related product.
• Researches and assists in selecting suppliers including alternate sources as required covering shortage situations.
• Ability to read blue prints and drawings is a plus.
• Understanding of contract structure, business terms and conditions.
• Monitors critical suppliers on a quarterly basis for 1) on-time delivery performance 2) product quality 3) customer service and reviews these topics with the suppliers via the quarterly scorecard.
• Responsible for monitoring safety stock and advising if changes to these levels need to be made, establishing EOQ/MOQ levels on commodities assigned to each specific Buyer.
• Negotiate cost, NET, delivery and INCO terms as required.
• Responsible for purchase price variances and inventory levels of commodities assigned to each Buyer.
• Be responsive to special care and short lead-time requirements to ensure the timely completion and availability of material. Expedite orders in support of Manufacturing and Sales as required.
• Review ECO's and Deviations as required.
• Attend meetings as a representative of the Purchasing Dept. as required and assigned.
• Research and complete Notification/RMA actions weekly.
• May include the processing of purchase requisitions generated by other departments.
• Coordinates between Manufacturing, Logistics, Accounting, Marketing, Sales and Engineering departments on matters dealing with Purchasing.
• Responsible for continuous cost reduction.
• Responsible to ensure that required material master records are properly maintained and that all Purchasing/ISO processes are followed.
• Originates requests for bid documentation, including the technical specifications provided by internal customers. Evaluate bids; coordinate with internal customers to reconcile questions and issues with bids. Determine most beneficial value to the company and award Purchase Orders.
• Provides short and long-range projections on supply chain situations to effectively manage the lead-time and cost issues.
• Continually work with purchasing processes and recommend improvements.
• Travel required as needed.
• Configuration Change Board participant.
• Material Review Board participant.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; eight+ years’ experience, or equivalent combination of education and MRP, purchasing and planning experience.
• Continuing education in courses such as purchasing, management, inventory management are highly desirable.
• ISM or APICS CPIM certification also desired.
• This position requires a working knowledge of business practices normally acquired through the completion of an Associate’s degree as well as knowledge of procedures, and procurement processes normally acquired through 8+ years of some industrial purchasing experience.

Looking for an honorable, professional, ethical, team player to work in a team environment who wants to be a contributor to the success of the organization.

Feel up to the challenge? Please apply