Are you passionate about sports, making the world safer, and helping people work smarter and faster with innovative technology? Do you want the opportunity to earn substantial income by selling cutting-edge live video solutions? If so, come join us on our mission at Vislink.
Vislink empowers industries including sports, news, public safety, and defense by providing market-leading live video communication solutions. Our advanced technologies enable high-quality live broadcasting, secure communications, and mission-critical applications.
We’re looking for a dynamic, motivated Senior Buyer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity if you’re passionate about technology, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy building relationships that drive results.
Job Summary
The Buyer is responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of box build solutions as well as PCBA’s ensuring the ideal balance of cost, quality, and timely delivery. This role involves sourcing, proposing suppliers, and participating in its evaluation and qualification, managing open orders and inventory levels at contractors for manufacturing.
The Senior Buyer will also be key in streamlining procurement processes, developing and foster supplier partnerships, ensuring a consistent supply chain, and driving cost reductions to enhance overall operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Have comprehensive knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Bill of Materials (BOM), Inventory Management, Demand Forecasting, Reporting Analytics. Working knowledge of Infor Syteline ERP system is desirable
- Purchase raw materials, subassemblies, fabricated, and machined parts based on data. Based on consumption patterns, demand forecasts, and pull system requirements. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of supplier information and performance data; respond to price increases with the goal to negate or minimize all increases
- Negotiate competitive pricing for materials while ensuring quality and timely delivery requirements are met. Establish strong working relationships with suppliers to foster collaboration and partnership.
- Collaborate with Production to track material status and align with production schedules to meet customer demand.
- Assist the NPI team on sourcing specific devices.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a focus on sourcing to improve cost and overall quality, lead times and planned inventory at suppliers
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, material management, manufacturing or similar discipline preferred
- Experience in an electronics manufacturing environment, high mix low volume enterprise
- LEAN methodology practitioner, including the ability to identify and eliminate waste, streamline processes, and drive continuous improvement in procurement and inventory management.
- Commercially and financially astute, with a strong understanding of cost control and best practices.
- Communicates in a professional manner and works with other functions effectively, such as Manufacturing, Sales, Engineering, Accounting.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and demonstrated negotiation skills to effectively manage purchasing activities.
- Proven track record in managing suppliers’ relationships and driving cost-saving initiatives.
- Ability to analyze market conditions, supplier performance, and procurement data to make- recommend actions with information decisions.
- Ability to identify opportunities to increase accuracy and optimize resources and develop/recommend/implement solutions
- Proven ability to resolve problems independently and take appropriate action in a timely manner
- Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel, Syteline experience a plus.
- Demonstrates successfully prioritizing and planning multiple/conflicting priorities and demands.
Work Environment
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have excellent data analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Must have the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
- Must be a collaborative team player.
Why Join Vislink?
- Innovative Work: Be part of a company that’s at the forefront of wireless video and communications technology.
- Mission-Driven: Help make the world safer and more connected through cutting-edge solutions.
- Exciting Industries: Work with leading organizations in sports and news broadcasting, public safety, and defense.
- Growth Opportunities: Build your career in a supportive environment that values your development and contributions.
- Competitive Compensation: Base salary, uncapped commission, and benefits package.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- On-site, free parking.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Pension.
- Healthcare.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Collaborative and innovative working environment.
Join Us On Our Mission
Vislink Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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