Jr. Buyer

Dover Corporation; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Dover Corporation’s Microwave Products Group is seeking a procurement professional to identify trends and suppliers, and to ensure accurate purchase orders and timely delivery of materials. The role requires strong communication skills and adherence to purchasing policies.

Candidates should have an associated degree or equivalent experience, familiar with ERP systems, and knowledge of ISO/AS9100 standards. This on-site position offers competitive hourly compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associated degree or comparable work experience.
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Familiarity with ISO and AS9100 standards and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identify trends and suppliers as required.
• Ensure POs are accurate and confer with other departments to verify orders.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comply with company and purchasing policies and procedures and act within limits of delegated authority.
• Prepare purchase orders, control prices and quality and ensure delivery of materials and equipment to meet objectives.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Detail oriented

ERP skills

Education

Associated degree

Tools

ERP software

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.

Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify trends and suppliers as required
• Ensure PO’s are accurate and confer with other departments to verify orders
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Comply with Company and purchasing policies and procedures and act within limits of delegated authority.
• Prepare purchase orders, control prices and quality and ensure delivery of materials and equipment to meet objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY:

Associated degree or comparable work experience. Must have good communication skills with the ability to guide and direct customers or suppliers; both in writing and orally. Computer skills with some familiarity of working with a computerized purchasing and inventory systems applications. Familiarity with ISO and AS9100 standards and requirements.

Essential skills:

• Self-starter with strong initiative and communication skills
• Team player, able to relate and interact with people at all levels in the Company
• Detail oriented
• Strong ERP and computer skills

Pay Range: USD 22 - 25 HourlyThis position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits For This Position Include: A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions; Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance; Wellness Programs; Health Savings Account, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Company Paid Short-Term Disability And Long-Term Disability; Company Paid Employee Basic Life And Ad&D Insurance; Supplemental Employee And Dependent Life Insurance; Optional Accident, Hospital Indemnity And Critical Illness Insurance; Adoption, Surrogacy, And Fertility Benefits And Assistance; Commuter Benefits; Parental, Military, Jury Duty, And Bereavement Leaves Of Absence; Paid Time Off, Including Up To 10 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year Based Off Schedule, Paid Vacation Days, 40 Paid Sick Leave Hours Annually Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Tuition Assistance; Business Travel Services; Employee Discounts; And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services. Eligibility For Benefits Is Governed By Applicable Plan Documents And Policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.