Senior Buyer

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Senior Buyer at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area.  In this role, you will be responsible for developing and managing the acquisition, execution, and life-cycle of complex products/services. 

Essential Functions

• Drive performance to meet world-class levels in supplier Quality, Cost, Delivery and Service (QCDS) while consistently demonstrating exemplary customer service with suppliers and internal customers
• Understand the various needs, strategies, and objectives of internal customers and provide supply-chain leadership among associates and suppliers
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Commodity Teams to develop new sources of supply in support of products
• Support other Garmin sites, as requested, in supply development and management of assigned commodities
• Provide excellent customer service by fostering open communication among Garmin teams and associates, act as liaison with suppliers, and develop and manage supplier relationships
• Manage the planning, ordering and delivery of various components, products and services to ensure on-time delivery across all levels of the organization
• Closely monitor inventory levels of assigned commodities and products to maximize inventory turns and minimize exposure to obsolescence
• Review, analyze, develop and negotiate multiple procurement contracts in support of Garmin’s Master Production Schedule (MPS)
• Prepare cost price analysis for various supplier agreements and projects
• Review and compile inventory costing records, such as Purchase Price Variance (PPV), scrap and rework costs
• Participate in audits performed by Garmin customers or government officials and coordinate data and information required for audit
• Knowledge of department processes/procedures, work instructions and training requirements for Purchasing Department in support of ISO9000/QS9000, environmental programs, international trade compliance, ITAR, and FAA requirements for supply management
• Continued improvement to ensure departmental goals and metrics are met
• Mentor assigned procurement personnel in support of departmental training, work instructions, processes, and procedures and support all procurement activities as assigned during absence of peers or management

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to work across functional/organizational lines with uncompromising ethics
• Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment with strong negotiating/analytical skills
• Must possess demonstrated knowledgeable of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRPII)/Master Production Schedule (MPS) process
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing requirements and ability to asses supplier capabilities
• Demonstrated proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Must possess previous technical knowledge in assigned commodities
• Must possess strong knowledge of manufacturing requirements and ability to asses supplier capabilities

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in an electronics or discrete manufacturing environment
• Master’s Degree
• Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
• Experience in dealing with government compliance of supply programs, such as FAA compliance
• Previous supervisory or team facilitator experience

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits