Junior Buyer

Motorola Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

10 Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Silvus is seeking a Junior Buyer to join the Supply Chain team at our Culver City, CA warehouse on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected (Mon, Wed, Thu) to support production and customer requirements.

The successful candidate will assist with planning, procurement and inventory management, coordinate with multiple internal teams, create purchase orders, and help ensure on-time deliveries while controlling costs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in the supply chain or manufacturing.
• Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP’s, subtotals, macros).
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Plan and procure materials to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Use ERP/MRP tools to review inventory levels and plan replenishments.
• Create and manage purchase orders; track deliveries and escalate issues.
• Coordinate with Receiving, Warehouse, Shipping, Production, Quality, Engineering and Sales teams to avoid line-down and missed shipments.
• Support Warehouse Clerks with accurate inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Negotiate quotes and lead times with suppliers; maintain item master data.

Skills

Excel

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications - on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments. With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.

Job Description

Silvus is seeking a Junior Buyer who will report to the Supply Chain Manager on the Supply Chain team. The successful individual in this role will assist with planning, procurement, and inventory management to meet customer order requirements. The position is based at Silvus Technologies' warehouse in the heart of vibrant Culver City, CA, and is on a hybrid schedule. A minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Additional responsibilities include organizing and overseeing the daily operations of StreamCaster radio development, ensuring maximum efficiency, quality, and productivity while minimizing costs, waste, and inefficiencies.

Responsibilities

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

• Work on the independent planning and procurement of materials to support production schedule and customer requirements.
• Utilize the ERP system and/or other planning tools to review inventory levels based on requirements and/or historical trends and propose new buys and inventory replenishments.
• Create purchase orders, review open orders, track on-time deliveries, expedite with suppliers and/or expedite with suppliers and/or escalated any critical paths with management.
• Liaise with the Receiving, Warehouse, Shipping, Production, Quality, Engineering and Sales teams to support requirements and avoid line-down and missed shipments.
• Support Warehouse Clerks to maintain accurate inventory counts, help with cycle counts and with consigned kits.
• Request quotes and help negotiate costs and lead times.
• Maintain item master with latest prices and lead times.
• Work with suppliers on escalations and corrective actions.
• Work with Finance and suppliers to resolve discrepancies with accounts payable.
• Serve as the Supply Chain main contact for product NPI's, NPI material procurement and scheduling.
• Assist with tracking accessories and maintaining accurate purchase order due dates.
• Perform other related duties, of which the above are representative.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2+ years of experience in the supply chain or manufacturing industry.
• Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP’s, subtotals, macros, etc.).
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of ERP/MRP software experience.
• Experience in the electronics, communications, aerospace, or defense industries.
• Detailed oriented, able to work independently, and multi-task in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work well with all levels of the organization.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Office environment.

Compensation

$29.00 - $34.00 / hourly
The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US. All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation

Provided None

Position Type

Experienced Referral Payment Plan Yes

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave and more!

EEO Statement

Silvus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Silvus does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Silvus Technologies.

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team. We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS OVERVIEW

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Learn more at www.motorolasolutions.com.