Buyer/Planner

Teledyne FLIR; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company located in Bozeman is seeking a motivated Buyer/Planner to join their Materials department. The role involves sourcing components, generating purchase orders, and ensuring on-time delivery of products. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, a high school diploma, and be familiar with SAP. Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills are vital in this fast-paced environment. Compelling applicants will collaborate on advanced technologies for defense and public safety.

Qualifications

• High School Degree/GED required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in buyer/planner or procurement role.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Source components with approved suppliers for production.
• Generate Purchase Orders & Requisitions for open requirements.
• Evaluate and track completion dates for systems to maintain deliveries.
• Ensure accuracy of data in SAP and data entry.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Strong time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

High School Degree/GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

The Teledyne FLIR Bozeman operations is a leading manufacturer of Laser Systems. Our products are vital components in the defense, high end commercial, and commercial industries. We are looking for a highly organized and motivated Buyer/Planner to join the Materials department. The Buyer/Planner will purchase goods, materials, and components in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets. This individual will be planning and scheduling production for assigned finished products.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Source components with approved suppliers for production
• Work with suppliers on scheduling to support production requirements
• Generate Purchase Orders & Requisitions for open requirements
• Work with suppliers with on time delivery, quality and cost objectives
• Provide analysis of costing against cost targets
• Perform cost reduction activities in order to maintain budgets and/or reduce costs
• Prepare reports and updates as needed
• Resolve shipment and invoice discrepancies
• Create production orders through the production cycle
• Work closely with Sr. Planner to evaluate production for assigned products
• Evaluate and track completion dates for completed systems to maintain on-time customer deliveries
• Ensure accuracy of data in SAP and data entry as required
• Assist in shipping and/or receiving functions as a secondary activity

Job Qualifications

• High School Degree/GED required
• 2+ years of relevant experience in either a buyer/planner role or a procurement/materials sourcing role
• SAP experience preferred
• Problem solving skills in relation to sourcing issues in order to support production requirements
• Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated, ability to work both independently and within a team
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with people professionally

Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

About Teledyne FLIR Defense

Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we're dedicated to supporting critical missions with an exciting range of cutting-edge technologies. Our products include advanced surveillance sensors, unmanned air and ground vehicles, sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives, and a host of other solutions that help warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams do their jobs better.

We\'re looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense and Public Safety industries. If you’re mission-driven to globally collaborate on solutions that can change the battlefield and save lives, we invite you to explore our current opportunities.