Buyer I

AtBenchmark we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier safer and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors including commercial aerospace defense advanced computing next-generation communications complex industrials medical and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark your work is purpose-driven enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. Youll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary:
Procures production equipment and MRO materials necessary for the operation of the business. Performs other assignments related to the procurement and management of materials from suppliers. Responsible for negotiating with approved vendors assuring the timeliness of deliveries and accuracy of orders and following up with vendors when there is a problem with delivery.

Responsibilities:
Analyzes customer purchase orders for compliance to BHE or customers contract terms
Analyzes and executes Materials Requirement Plan (MRP) on weekly basis.
Continuously monitors and verifies materials pipeline to ensure it meets the MRP requirements. Identify and appropriately address materials supply issues.
Responsible for attaining inventory goals for assigned customers or commodities.
Ensures materials availability to support production per the Master Production Schedule through MRP execution on-time delivery and coordination of materials movement through receiving to production.
Executes and maximizes negotiated terms with suppliers to reduce materials liability and overall procurement cost including freight and payment terms.
Executes corporate contracts and ensures suppliers adherence to negotiated terms.
Maintains integrity of data to minimize material liability and to optimize working capital.
Monitors and continuously strives to improve suppliers delivery and quality performance.
Addresses and resolves recurring or critical issues by utilizing corrective action tools and coordination with corporate procurement team.
Request and analyze quotations concerning items that meet company design and specification and check for reasonableness of price on such items
Analyze potential impact of forecast and production schedule changes on component procurement.
Develop document and maintain supply chain solutions and programs to drive efficiencies flexibility and cost reductions (i.e. Kanban safety stock VMI EDI).

Other information:
In depth knowledge of Material Resource Planning (MRP)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required
Effective organization and prioritization skills
Demonstrate high attention to detail
Ability to work with diverse groups
Demonstrates discretion confidentiality independent judgment and professionalism.
Self-driven and motivated individual
Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
Strong customer service and client focus
Working knowledge Microsoft Office products
APICS Certification (CSCP/CPIM) is a plus.
Understanding of the extended process of material procurement inventory analysis
Knowledge of purchasing practices and familiarity with or ability to gain familiarity with procurement requirements for electronics and related agreements.
Flexibility to support global business operation as needed
Effective negotiation and problem solving skills.
Demonstrate confidentiality and the ability to represent the company in a professional manner.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment when representing the company in supply chain decisions.
Knowledge of billing practices and controls.
4-year degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management.

Education:

4-year degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management.

Geographical Location:Minnesota:Rochester

Physical Location:Rochester MN

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: M-F 0800-1700

Full Time

In our innovative environment youll work with cutting-edge technology leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. AtBenchmarkyour career is more than just a job. Its an opportunity to be part of something bigger where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone.Together we will achieve extraordinary things.

Compensation Range:$50471.00 to $63707.00 USD. Many factors are considered in compensation decisions including but not limited to skills certifications licensures experience training incumbent data and other business needs.

Benefits and Other Compensation:Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package including a Bonus Plan 401(k) Paid Time Off and Health Dental and Vision Insurance all based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employeeleave laws.

Application Deadline:This job posting will remain open until filled.

Additional Notices:Benchmark adheres to applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits. This includes but is not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act in accordance with its plans and policies. Candidates applying for remote work based in Washington state may obtain PTO eligibility for this position by emailing.

Export Control:This position may involve access to information technology or materials that are regulated under U.S. export control in this role may be contingent upon verification that you qualify as a U.S. Person under federal regulations. U.S. Persons include U.S. citizens lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United a candidate does not qualify as a U.S. Person Benchmark will evaluate the position requirements and applicable legal restrictions to determine whether employment can some cases Benchmark may be unable to move forward with an application due to export control requirements.

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