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Posted on 12/20/2024

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation

1,001-5,000 employees

Manufactures guitars, basses, and amplifiers

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$72k - $85kAnnually

Mid

Corona, CA, USA

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
SAP Products
Financial analysis

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business management preferred
  • 3+ years procurement experience
  • Must be familiar with the supplier’s product and production processes, supplier order handling, shipping capabilities, and personnel
  • Ability to make decisions and work under pressure with minimal supervision
  • MS Office and SAP experience in a multi-production environment
  • Effective skills in financial, market and vendor analysis
  • APICS certification a plus
Responsibilities
  • Purchase requirements for assigned materials from approved and qualified suppliers in sufficient lead time to prevent material shortages
  • Negotiate prices and provide competitive bidding procedures when necessary to ensure the lowest cost for specific materials
  • Analyze and evaluate quotations submitted by potential suppliers to ensure the quality, quantity, delivery, terms and cost are acceptable
  • Expedite solution of any problems that arise in relation to delivery date, quality, quantity, and cost of purchased commodities
  • Negotiate settlements with suppliers on any problems that have caused company losses (poor quality, delivery delays, etc.)
  • Recommend cost savings improvements through changes of purchasing systems, sources, quality
  • Meet with existing suppliers in order to evaluate their services and products to seek out cost reductions, quality improvement, or new products
  • Communicate problem areas or market conditions that could have a significant effect on production schedules to Purchasing Supervisor
  • Perform MPS maintenance for assigned product line
  • Prepare production schedules and monitor monthly adherence
  • Release work orders to the factory to meet production schedule objectives
  • Create, distribute and monitor shortage report for assigned product line
  • Additional duties as assigned
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business management preferred
  • APICS certification a plus
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation

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Fender Musical Instruments Corporation manufactures guitars, basses, amplifiers, and accessories for musicians of all skill levels. Their products range from entry-level instruments to high-end models, organized into various series like the Vintera II and American Ultra. Fender stands out from competitors with its strong association with rock 'n' roll and a commitment to quality. The company's goal is to inspire creativity in musicians by providing high-quality instruments and tools.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$12.5M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

1946

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for personalized instruments boosts Fender's custom model sales.
  • Partnerships like Fender x Teufel expand product offerings and customer reach.
  • Data-driven marketing strategies improve customer engagement and retention.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging brands offering similar quality at lower prices threaten Fender's market share.
  • Supply chain issues in electronics components could delay amplifier production.
  • Stricter environmental regulations may increase production costs for Fender.

What makes Fender Musical Instruments Corporation unique

  • Fender's iconic models like Telecaster and Stratocaster define rock 'n' roll history.
  • The company offers a wide range of products for beginners to professionals.
  • Fender's collaborations with artists like FINNEAS enhance its brand appeal.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Remote Work Options

Hybrid Work Options

INACTIVE