Junior Buyer

Job Summary:

FLIR Optical Systems Group (OSG) a division of FLIR systems, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of Infrared Optical Systems. Our lenses are vital components in the defense, high end commercial, and commercial industries. We are looking for a highly organized and motivated Junior Buyer/Planner to join our Supply Chain department. The Buyer will purchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets. The successful Buyer will be part of a worldclass Supply Chain Team.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

•Source components with approved suppliers for production

•Set, maintain and adjust appropriate stock levels for systems in production

•Work with suppliers in scheduling in order to support production requirements.

•Generate Purchase Orders & Requisitions for open requirements

•Work with suppliers with on time delivery, quality and cost objectives

•Provide analysis of costing against cost targets

•Perform cost reduction actives in order to maintain budgets and/or reduce costs

•Prepare reports and updates as needed (ERP reports as well as Microsoft Excel)

•Resolve shipment and invoice discrepancies

•Ensure accuracy of data in SAP, data entry as required

Job Qualifications:

•1+ Years relevant experience in procurement or materials sourcing, knowledge in sourcing metal components a plus

•Excellent computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Office

•Experience with SAP, preferred

•Strong organizational skills with emphasis on task management and attention to detail

•Ability to maintain organizational tasks with multiple inputs

•Strong aptitude to learn new processes and complex ERP Systems

•Self-motivated, ability to work both independently and within a team

•Professional and team-based approach to problem solving with strong analytical skills

•Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

•Creative and resourceful

•Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

•Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders