Job Description
Job Description
WARNING: This role is only for motivated people with great ideas who thrive in a culture of innovation!
About the job
Who we are:
Circuit Check is the market-leading provider of automated test systems and test fixtures for complex electronic products for the automotive, military/aerospace, medical, industrial, and computer networking industries. At Circuit Check, we believe that innovation is a must, and that a challenging and robust environment where the work is consistently new and cutting edge is the best way to foster creativity. If you are ready to further your career in a fast-paced, technology driven organization where our test designs impact products that are used by millions of people around the world every day, then we invite you to join us at Circuit Check. Our design staff includes electrical, software, mechanical engineers, and project managers. Our systems are supported by staff throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Malaysia, and China.
Position Summary
The Buyer is responsible for procuring raw materials, components, supplies, and services in sufficient quantities to provide for a 100% customer service level, while achieving the targeted Quality & Cost objectives. Primary focus is on procuring electrical and mechanical materials.
What You Bring to the Table
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.
- Process purchase requisitions, manage approved suppliers and issue purchase orders according to company procedures
- Expedite supplier shipments; identify and resolve any potential delays while keeping all internal and external customers informed of any materials delays or problems
- Assist in resolution of customs delays
- Share responsibility of recording receipts and closing purchase orders
- Assist in the resolution of invoicing discrepancies
- Manage material costs, perform cost comparisons, and identify cost savings opportunities available
- Participate in cost savings initiatives as required
- Monitor supplier performance and address non-conformances
- Maintain supplier data in ERP system and purchasing files
- Prepare reports/analyses as requested by management
- All activities must be performed in compliance with the Quality System
- Participate in annual physical inventory.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent combination of education and experience with 3-5 years of experience in an ERP environment purchasing electronic/mechanical components
- APICS, and/or CPM certification would be an asset
- Previous experience with on-line purchasing is desired
- Pervious experience working with mechanical/electrical components is desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Familiarity with ERP or similar integrated information systems is a plus
- Proficient with MS Office
- Solid communication, relationship building and negotiating skills
- Good organizational skills required with the ability to manage several tasks concurrently
- Strong customer service orientation
- Requires a strong initiative, proactive nature, and a sense of urgency
- Great attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks is necessary.
What to Expect at Work
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.
- Majority of time is spent in usual office working conditions
- Ability to sit for extended lengths of time is required; bend, reach, stoop, and twist as required
- Heavy use of an office computer for completing work
- Limited exposure to a manufacturing area which may entail exposure to dirt, dust, noise, machine chemicals, fumes, and other attributes common to this environment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
- Ability to travel as necessary and work extended hours as job duties demand.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
The salary range is $63,000 to $78,000 per year. The hiring manager will determine the final starting salary (within the salary range) based on the successful applicant’s qualifications.
The listed ranges represent the full earning potential in this position. Starting salaries for well-qualified new hires are typically around the midpoint of the range. These ranges were determined by a market-based compensation approach; we used data from trusted third-party compensation sources to set equitable, consistent, and competitive ranges. We also evaluate compensation annually, identify any changes in the market and make adjustments to our ranges and existing employee compensation as needed.
Base pay is only one element of an employee's total compensation at Circuit Check. Employees (and their dependents in most plans) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Employees are able to enroll in Circuit Check’s 401k plan, in which the Company will match 50% of your contributions up to 6% with a maximum contribution. Paid time off includes vacation and sick time along with paid holidays. A summary of benefits can be provided by request via email to hr@circuitcheck.com.
Circuit Check, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on identity- race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged or sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Because Circuit Check is a federal contractor, we participate in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without needing sponsorship for an employment vis (e.g., H1B status).
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@circuitcheck.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. We'll do all we can to ensure you're set up for success during our interview process while upholding your privacy, including requests for accommodation.