Join Our Team: Buyer

Pelco Component Technologies is Putting Power To Work with versatile and reliable timers and controls that are in transportation and industry, agriculture and appliances, manufacturing, and services across North America and around the world. Pelco is seeking a Buyer at their main facility in Cazenovia, NY.

As a Buyer at Pelco, you will manage supplier sources for specific commodities as well as review and manage material requirements by negotiating pricing and delivery while ensuring positive supplier relationships.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Place orders for assigned commodities
• Enter purchase order information into the management information system
• Negotiate purchase order prices, terms, and conditions to meet cost saving targets
• Monitor inventory levels of assigned commodities to minimize inventory levels
• Follow up on delivery commitments obtained from suppliers
• Expedite material deliveries for production shortages or production schedule changes
• Provide delivery status to production for open customer sales orders
• Inform suppliers of schedule changes in a timely manner
• Work with Engineering on alternate sources of supply for long lead time/obsolete components

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Must have the ability to set up simple worksheets for the analysis of information using Microsoft Office applications (specifically Microsoft Word & Excel)
• Solid computer and analytical skills
• Participate in cross-functional teams
• Ability to solve problems independently and work under pressure
• Exhibit good organizational skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s or higher with a combined 5+ years of relevant education, work experience and purchasing experience in an Electronics Manufacturing environment
• Experience in the purchasing and sourcing of electronic components, printed circuit boards and MRO using MRP system
• Experience or knowledge of Kanban, Auto-replenishment, and JIT material management
• Experience or knowledge of ISO 9001

BENEFITS AT PELCO:

• Competitive wages and benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with Contribution Matching, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance (Paid by employer at 2X Salary), and Profit Sharing Bonus
• 12 Paid Holidays per Year, Vacation Time, Sick Time, and Personal Time
• Team environment to work in
• Opportunity for advancement

Pay Range: $45,000 to $65,000
Location: Cazenovia, NY
Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00AM to 4:30PM; Friday: 8:00AM to 4:00PM
Travel: Willing to travel as necessary

Inquire at Pelco’s Cazenovia facility at 2747 Rt. 20East, Cazenovia, NY, or you may email your resume at HR@pelcocaz.com.