Buyer

Silicon Forest Electronics, a subsidiary of Impact Electronic Solutions; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EEI is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and procurement activities in a defense electronics manufacturing environment. You will negotiate contracts, reduce costs, and ensure timely delivery of materials and services to support operations.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in business or related field with 4–6 years of experience, plus at least 5 years in defense electronics purchasing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field with 4–6 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years purchasing experience in defense electronics manufacturing.
• Proven success negotiating contracts and supplier agreements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate supplier bids, contracts, pricing, and terms.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, purchase orders, cost analyses, and award documentation.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and pricing to optimize procurement decisions.
• Lead cost-reduction and supply chain improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Marketing, and Aftermarket teams to support business objectives.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Sourcing strategy

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAGE 100/500

Job description

EEI is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and procurement activities in a defense electronics manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for negotiating contracts, reducing costs, improving supplier performance, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and services that support business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate supplier bids, contracts, pricing, and terms.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, purchase orders, cost analyses, and award documentation.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and pricing to optimize procurement decisions.
• Lead cost-reduction and supply chain improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Marketing, and Aftermarket teams to support business objectives.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field and 4-6 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing experience in a defense electronics manufacturing environment.
• Proven success negotiating contracts and supplier agreements.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred:

• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAGE 100/500.