Sobre esta vaga de Junior Buyer na Silvus Technologies
Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.
Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.
Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?
THE OPPORTUNITY
Silvus is seeking a Junior Buyer who will report to the Supply Chain Manager on the Supply Chain team. The successful individual in this role will assist with planning, procurement, and inventory management to meet customer order requirements. Responsibilities include utilizing best procurement practices, including managing suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, optimal pricing, reduced lead times, cost efficiencies, quality improvements, and effective inventory management. Additional responsibilities include organizing and overseeing the daily operations of StreamCaster radio development, ensuring maximum efficiency, quality, and productivity while minimizing costs, waste, and inefficiencies.
This position is based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work on the independent planning and procurement of materials to support production schedule and customer requirements.
- Utilize the ERP system and/or other planning tools to review inventory levels based on requirements and/or historical trends and propose new buys and inventory replenishments.
- Create purchase orders, review open orders, track on-time deliveries, expedite with suppliers and/or escalate any critical paths with management.
- Liaise with the Receiving, Warehouse, Shipping, Production, Quality, Engineering and Sales teams to support requirements and avoid line-down and missed shipments.
- Support Warehouse Clerks to maintain accurate inventory counts, help with cycle counts and with consigned kits.
- Request quotes and help negotiate costs and lead times.
- Maintain item master with latest prices and lead times.
- Work with suppliers on escalations and corrective actions.
- Work with Finance and suppliers to resolve discrepancies with accounts payable.
- Serve as the Supply Chain main contact for product NPI’s, NPI material procurement and scheduling.
- Assist with tracking accessories and maintaining accurate purchase order due dates.
- Perform other related duties, of which the above are representative.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma/GED.
- 2+ years of experience in the supply chain or manufacturing industry.
- Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP’s, subtotals, macros, etc.)
- Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
- All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 1-2 years of ERP/MRP software experience.
- Experience in the electronics, communications, aerospace, or defense industries.
- Detailed oriented, able to work independently, and multi-task in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
- Ability to work well with all levels of the organization.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Office environment.
COMPENSATION
The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
