Buyer

Sugar Land, TX
Full Time
Experienced
Systel’s business is growing, especially with product which needs conformal coating. We are looking for a bright and motivated individual to join our production team with primary responsibility for conformally coating electronics, both by hand and with our Specialty Coating Systems automated machine. This individual will need to be/become a subject matter expert in programming the machine, reworking boards with conformal coating quality issues, and establishing best practices for conformal coating production. In addition, this individual will need to be a strong team player, focused on helping the overall organization be successful, and flexing over to assist with assembly work when needed.

Who You Are
You are a driven and detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about sourcing, negotiating, and ensuring timely delivery of materials to support manufacturing operations. You exemplify Systel’s core values including Fanatical Customer Service, Absolute Ownership, Passion for Improvement, and Uncompromising Integrity.
The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials to support manufacturing, operations, and sales at Systel. This includes managing supplier relationships, processing requisitions, monitoring reorder points, and maintaining accurate records. The Buyer plays a key role in ensuring supply chain efficiency and product availability.

Responsibilities
  • Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers for MRP-generated requirements
  • Issue RFQs and negotiate pricing and terms with vendors / suppliers
  • Select sources based on total cost of ownership and strategic directives
  • Manage purchase orders and confirm delivery schedules
  • Maintain supplier data and assist in supplier report cards and performance reviews
  • Resolve pricing, freight, and delivery issues with Accounting and Receiving
  • Communicate potential shortages, price changes and end of life notifications to management
  • Transmit and maintain records or purchase orders, purchase order changes and instructions to suppliers. Expedite or reschedule orders as required as well as reconfirm deliver dates at appropriate time
  • Obtain deliver commitments from suppliers and update purchase orders with deliver dates, ship dates and tracking numbers
  • Assist in preparing and presenting supplier report cards, supplier ratings and supplier business reviews
  • Support processing of Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCRs)
  • Monitor and reorder parts as needed based on Reorder Points (ROP)
Education and Experience
  • High School diploma or GED and APICS certification or 5+ years procurement manufacturing environment, product management and supplier management
  • Associate’s degree and APICS certification or 2+ years procurement, manufacturing environment, product management and supplier management
  • Strong knowledge and skills in purchasing, supplier negotiation, and MRP systems
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • APICS certification
  • Experience with strategic sourcing and supplier business reviews
  • Background in rugged computing or manufacturing environments
About Systel
Rugged Compute Where Mission Meets Critical. 
Founded in 1988, Systel, Inc.® is a leading manufacturer of rugged compute solutions with a relentless focus to support our customers and their missions. Our pedigree of capabilities spans numerous advanced platforms with thousands of successful deployments in the defense and commercial sectors. Systel’s rugged systems are designed and manufactured for continuous operation under the most extreme and austere environmental conditions. All of our products are proudly made in the USA in our headquarters in Sugar Land, TX. We are AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified.  
EEOC Statement
Systel is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We ensure that hiring and advancement decisions are based solely on individual qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, disability, age, sex, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Offer Contingency
All employment offers are conditional upon successful completion of a background check, physical assessment if required.
For more information, please visit systelusa.com.  
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