Buyer
We are looking for a Buyer to join our Exlar team!
As our Buyer you will be responsible for purchasing a variety of complex or technical supplies or services. You will coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning, and engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner. In addition, you will, process purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers. You will monitor the cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts to negotiate highest quality at best value. You may recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis or alternative sourcing. You’ll interact closely with suppliers and QA to resolve quality issues, work with management to address all aspects of commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availability. This role is fully on-site at Chanhassen, MN facility.
Location: Chanhassen, MN
Salary: $70,000 to $80,000
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Minnesota. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *
Your Challenge
Responsible for purchasing a variety of complex or technical supplies or services.
Follow up on all awards until completion of order.
Negotiate and settle with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes
Conduct supplier site visits and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery.
Work closely with suppliers to manage and improve supplier relationships.
What You Bring
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
2+ year' experience in a similar role.
Experience reading blueprints and drawings are a plus.
Experience with ERP systems (preferably IFS).
Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment would be ideal.
Familiar with Microsoft office with a focus on Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
Must be a U.S. person.
Who We Are
Environmental, Social and Governance
Exlar manufactures electromechanical linear roller screw actuators, rotary servo motors, and integrated control solutions for a broad range of applications. Our unique technology provides an efficient electric replacement for hydraulic or pneumatic cylinders and a more robust replacement for ball screws. With forces up to 80,000 pounds and speeds up to 60 inches per second, we are able to deliver higher force and speed in smaller packages than other comparably sized actuation technology. Exlar actuators have more flexibility, higher efficiency, and lower maintenance than traditional hydraulic and pneumatic solutions. Whether looking to increase productivity or reduce your total cost of ownership, Exlar’s team of highly skilled engineers can put together the right solution for you.
To learn more, please visit us at About | Actuation Division | Curtiss-Wright (cw-actuation.com)
*Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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