Buyer

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
Plans schedules and monitors the movement of materials through the production cycle to determine required materials. Purchases materials using engineering and production schedules to maintain inventory at planned levels. Gathers quotations examines bids and makes awards. Develops specifications for new contract orders. Obtains materials components and equipment. Evaluates vendor reliability develops new supply sources where vendors and suppliers are inadequate. Monitors cost schedule and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure best quality at best value.

The Buyer is responsible for coordinating purchasing activities with production control operations/manufacturing and engineering teams to acquire inventory in the most cost effective and timely manner. This individual will be responsible for acquiring and maintaining a technical understanding of products purchased and will perform volume planning for major commodities. Will monitor and report on purchase price variances and will evaluate supplier reliability regarding on time delivery. Day to day responsibilities will also include:

• Managing day-to-day inventory planning for respective products
• Processing Oracle MRP output processing Planned Orders in a timely manner to support demand.
• Tracking open purchase orders and expediting materials
• Rescheduling and Expediting production and service material POs to meet customer delivery goals.
• Following up on purchase orders quotes for production material. Placing purchase orders as needed for assigned commodities and suppliers.
• Initiating and following through on any supplier date changes and working through appropriate channels to resolve issues and get material delivered on time.
• Assisting and facilitating the prompt disposition of non-conforming materials from assigned commodities.
• Communicating supplier performance particularly On Time Delivery and Quality including supplier visits as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree with 3 years of business experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is necessary
• MRP experience required (Oracle EBS is preferred)

• APICS CPIM and/or CPP certification is preferred
• Demonstrated skills and experience in scheduling material requirements planning inventory management risk management supplier relationship management and manufacturing resource planning
• Strong problem solving and decision-making capabilities
• Good business negotiation skills
• Team player with the highest level of customer focus
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflict by identifying and handling conflicts in a sensible fair and efficient manner
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Maintains the highest levels of integrity
• Previous experience in a high technology manufacturing environment managing a wide range of mechanical commodity areas and related suppliers preferred
• Understanding and working knowledge of Lean principles and Kanban utilization

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market skills education experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

At Brooks we offer the following benefits for this position subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical Dental Vision and Disability Insurance

• 401(k) Plan

• Exempt employees are provided company paid holidays and Flexible Vacation to enjoy personal time off and incidental sickness.

Have a question about our benefits and compensation package Your recruiter can share more with you during the hiring process.

Work Location & Flexibility
At Brooks we aim to foster a collaborative and engaging environment while offering flexibility where possible. Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race color religion gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics.

Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.