Spartronics is more than just a company. We have great facilities, a dedicated and talented team, tremendous capacity and capabilities, and longstanding customers who need us. Now, it’s all about driving forward with a winning strategy that builds on our strengths to create growth for our customers, shareholders, and employees. As an electronic manufacturing services provider, we strive to meet and exceed our mission to be the preferred provider of fail-safe electronics solutions that save lives and protect what matters the most.
at spartronics, we're not just building products, we build products lives depend on. As an electronic manufacturing services (ems) provider for the commercial aerospace, defense, medical device, life science, and industrial markets, we work to deliver products of the highest quality and reliability.
our organization provides comprehensive contract manufacturing services, ranging from printed circuit board assembly (pcba) and subsystem integration to full-box build (high-level assemblies). Additional services include engineering support such as manufacturing testing, supply chain management, sustaining engineering, and a suite of aftermarket services to support the full oem product lifecycle. With over $500 million in revenue, approximately 1,700 dedicated employees, and manufacturing resources strategically located worldwide, our manufacturing network spans the united states, mexico, and vietnam.
position: buyer/planner
location: on-site in williamsport, pa
about the role:
as a buyer/planner at spartronics, you will be responsible for commodity and supplier management, including master scheduling, sourcing, and procuring components that support mrp requirements based on the production schedules and customer requirements. The role requires commodity strategy analysis, rfq and award process, and supplier negotiations. You will be responsible for resolving supplier performance issues and accountable for material inventory levels and cost savings targets for the commodities managed.
what a day looks like:
1. manage strategic suppliers and commodities to meet quality, delivery, and cost savings objectives.
2. create and manage purchase orders and request for quotes, including technical documents, pricing, delivery, and key milestones to ensure on-time receipt of materials for manufacturing operations.
3. maintain the integrity of mrp parameters (lot/order size, lead time, and safety stock).
4. coordinate quality issues with suppliers as required.
5. work closely with manufacturing, shipping/receiving, and project management personnel to avoid any adverse production impact from supplier delivery delays.
6. maintain shortage report and manage asl as needed.
7. coordinate cross-functionally with engineering and program management.
8. identify and work to resolve problems that develop, escalating problems encountered to the manager on time, with recommendations for solutions if applicable.
9. recommend more efficient and proficient processes.
10. participate in customer discussions as required.
11. contract reviews.
12. create and manage wo.
requirements:
to excel in this role, you'll need:
required:
1. high school diploma or ged.
2. 3-5 years of related work experience in purchasing/planning in a manufacturing environment.
3. mrp planning system experience.
4. due to itar regulations, all candidates must be a us citizen, green card holder, or permanent resident.
preferred:
1. apics supply chain certification.
2. bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or logistics.
3. electronics manufacturing purchasing experience.
knowledge, skills, & abilities:
1. excellent interpersonal, analytical, verbal, and organizational skills.
2. excellent negotiating skills, project management, time management, written and verbal communication skills.
3. must be able to make independent decisions regarding analysis of requirements, analysis of quotes, negotiation, and source selection.
4. must be able to read and understand drawings and technical specifications.
5. strong microsoft excel skills; must be able to navigate the internet efficiently and effectively.
6. professional attitude and demeanor.
our commitment: at spartronics, we're dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
join our journey: if you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, challenge the status quo, and shape the future, then we want to hear from you. Together, we'll continue to win while we build products lives depend on.
how to apply: if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you're excited about joining spartronics.
spartronics is an equal opportunity employer/veteran/disabled. We comply with federal affirmative action guidelines in all employment opportunities for qualified employees and applicants. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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