Buyer at Garrett Metal Detectors in Garland, Texas

Job Description:

Garrett Electronics, Inc, established in 1964, is a worldwide leader in the research, development and manufacture of metal detection products for the security, hobby/sport, and countermine/ERW markets. Garrett is an international standards organization (ISO) 9001 certified manufacturer with its headquarters located in Garland, Texas. We are currently looking to for a dynamic buyer to purchase materials used in production by working with suppliers to ensure quality materials, on time delivery, competitive pricing, and managing optimal inventory levels. This is an on-site based in our Garland facility. Essential Functions

1. Investigate, choose, and purchase high quality items and materials
2. Procure and schedule materials and services to meet need of manufacturing
3. Negotiate price and delivery of assigned components and commodities
4. Maintain a strategic understanding of the marketplace
5. Read, analyze, and interpret technical documents
6. Work closely with engineering on prototypes and Research and Development projects
7. Write information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and suppliers
8. Assist other buyers in sourcing best price/ best quality items
9. Identify manufacturing needs
10. Examine quality of the stock and reporting anomalies to suppliers and management
11. Ensure all operations adhere to laws, guidelines, and ISO requirements
12. Comply with safety policies, practices, and procedures.

Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent in supply chain management, business, manufacturing engineering, manufacturing technology, or related field. One to two years' experience and/or internship experience. Special Skills and Qualifications

1. Previous experience working with an ERP preferred
2. Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
3. Critical thinking skills along with the ability to negotiate
4. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Work Environment

1. Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor production setting with adequate ventilation and moderate noise
2. May work with or near moving mechanical equipment

Physical Demands Minimal physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an office/clerical nature to work from a sitting or standing position.

1. Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers
2. Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crouch
3. Must be able to sit for long periods of time
4. Must be able to lift up to ten pounds, with or without assistance

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties that will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties is not excluded from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position. Garrett is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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