Buyer II: Strategic Subcontracts & Supplier Leadership

Marotta Controls; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 85,500 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Marotta Controls is seeking a Buyer II to manage the full life cycle of defined subcontracts, from strategy development to award, cost and schedule management, execution and closeout. The role collaborates with Supply Chain, Contracts, Program Management and Engineering to optimize processes and ensure on-time delivery of new products.

The position reports to the Director of Supply Chain and requires strong leadership, subcontract management expertise, and excellent communication with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, technical or administration (or at least 5 years of experience).
• 3+ years of experience with make-to-print machined parts, electro-mechanical components, and/or electronic assemblies.
• Ability to understand/read blueprints is strongly preferred.
• Ability to define, manage and execute operational plans to meet strategic procurement decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills for interactions at all levels.
• Computer literate, with MS Office experience, proficient PC skills, and MRP/ERP knowledge.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and vet new sources, place and maintain purchase orders.
• Review requisitions for accuracy of requirements.
• Lead and influence cross-functional stakeholders to consensus on procurement decisions.
• Contact suppliers regarding order status, discrepancies, and supply issues.
• Manage parts shortages caused by delivery delays, non-conforming material or other problems.
• Reschedule purchase orders to meet changing customer needs.
• Process and coordinate replacement of non-conforming material.
• Coordinate with suppliers for price, availability and delivery schedules.
• Solicit and analyze quotes for a wide variety of services and commodities.
• Recommend suppliers based on cost, quality and delivery competitiveness.
• Interface with manufacturing, engineering, quality and management for status reports and problem resolution.
• Participate in internal program meetings.
• Prepare bid requests for proposal.
• Utilize the company's inventory tracking system.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Blueprint reading

Vendor negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office / ERP

US Citizenship

Cost/schedule management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, technical or administration

Tools

MRP/ERP

MS Office

Job description

Marotta Controls is seeking a Buyer II to manage the full life cycle of defined subcontracts, from strategy development to award, cost and schedule management, execution and closeout. The role collaborates with Supply Chain, Contracts, Program Management and Engineering to optimize processes and ensure on-time delivery of new products.

The position reports to the Director of Supply Chain and requires strong leadership, subcontract management expertise, and excellent communication with