BluePoint Controls is a collaborative engineering and manufacturing firm based in Silicon Valley. We have been trusted by leading semiconductor and medical device equipment companies to help transform concepts into designs and convert specs into high quality manufactured products for more than 25 years.
Our team is seeking an experienced and highly organized Buyer with strong communication skills to join our team. The Buyer is responsible for purchasing raw materials, components, and services to meet the production and customer requirements. This role evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, maintains relationships with vendors, and ensures orders are delivered on time. They will assist in expanding the supplier base and maintaining professional and reliable relationships.
We embrace a start-up mentality and a collaborative based culture where everyone has opportunities to challenge themselves and advance their career at BluePoint.
If you are looking to make a huge impact on a growing team, please apply below!
Key Responsibilities:
Source, negotiate, and select vendors that meet the company's quality, price, and delivery requirements
Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery
Review and analyze purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders
Monitor inventory levels to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
Prepare reports on purchase activity and supplier performance
Executes strategic sourcing strategies, best practices, and initiatives that support improvements in supplier quality, total cost effectiveness, enhanced service levels, improved coordination, delivery, pricing, payment terms, risk compliance and other areas as identified.
Develops negotiation strategies, gains alignment form stakeholders, leads cross-functional, and implements appropriate supplier risk analysis. Directly negotiates with suppliers.
Requirements:
College degree in business, supply chain, or related field
3+ years of experience in purchasing, buying, and/or planning preferred
Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures
Collaborative team member who can engage effectively across all levels of the organization
Strong organizational and time management skills
Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office suite of applications
Must have at least 3 years of SAP experience preferably in procurement, and must be able to pick up new software systems quickly
What We Offer
Growth Opportunities | Bonus Plan | Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance | Work-Life Balance | Company Events | Retirement Benefits with Company Match | FSA & HSA | PTO, Holidays & Paid Sick Leave
Base Pay Range: $65,000-$90,000. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.