Company Description
We are committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed and Integrity. Joining our team means you will work in a high performing global company where employees collaborate and strive for excellence.
Job Description
The Buyer position leads and manages a subset of activities and communication for supplier management. Conduct all purchasing activities in accordance with approved standards and in compliance with cost reduction objectives. Functional responsibility includes all aspects of purchasing and supplier management, production planning and scheduling, and inventory control.
XP Power provides a safe and healthy working environment that is stimulating and collaborative, where employees are empowered to make a real difference. We place our people at the heart of everything we do. We understand that if we provide our people with the ultimate experience, they will provide the ultimate experience to our customers.
We Also Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including
We are committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed and Integrity. Joining our team means you will work in a high performing global company where employees collaborate and strive for excellence.
Job Description
The Buyer position leads and manages a subset of activities and communication for supplier management. Conduct all purchasing activities in accordance with approved standards and in compliance with cost reduction objectives. Functional responsibility includes all aspects of purchasing and supplier management, production planning and scheduling, and inventory control.
- Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing
- Respond weekly to MRP demands, develop demand and supply charts for weekly review
- Obtain pricing and delivery relevant to a request for quotation
- Communicate effectively, in both verbally and written formats
- Well-developed basic spreadsheet skills and a basic level of technical skills relating to electronic components
- Advanced degree of interpersonal and judgement skills to motivate and influence others
- Must have experience with an ERP system to be able to read, analyze
- Must have excellent negotiation skills and proven effective verbal, written and presentation skills
- Knowledge and understanding of bills of material and general manufacturing
XP Power provides a safe and healthy working environment that is stimulating and collaborative, where employees are empowered to make a real difference. We place our people at the heart of everything we do. We understand that if we provide our people with the ultimate experience, they will provide the ultimate experience to our customers.
We Also Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including
- 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time Employee-only coverage; you share the cost of coverage for your dependents
- Company Paid Bonus (Percentage dependent on Company profitability)
- Company 401(k) Match (up to 6%)
- Mental Health Benefits
- Paid Time Off (Accrued per pay period starting at 3 weeks per year)
- 13 Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off for Volunteer Work (up to 8 hours per year)
- Employer Paid Supplemental Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Veterinary Pet Insurance
- Company Social Events held throughout the year
- A Friendly Culture Where People Collaborate and Strive for Excellence
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Seniority level
Entry level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Manufacturing -
Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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