Senior Buyer

Garmin; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage the acquisition of complex products and services in Miramar, FL. Responsibilities include developing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring on-time delivery. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and strong communication and analytical skills. This full-time role offers opportunities for career growth and participation in comprehensive benefit programs.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Strong communication skills to work across teams.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and self-starter with multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage acquisition and execution of complex products.
• Develop supplier relationships and manage procurement contracts.
• Monitor inventory to maximize efficiency and minimize obsolescence.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

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We are seeking a full-time Senior Buyer in our Miramar, FL location. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and managing the acquisition, execution, and life‑cycle of complex products and services.

Essential Functions

• Drive performance to meet world-class levels in supplier Quality, Cost, Delivery and Service while consistently demonstrating exemplary customer service with suppliers and internal customers
• Understand the various needs, strategies, and objectives of internal customers and provide supply‑chain leadership among associates and suppliers
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality and Commodity Teams to develop new sources of supply in support of products
• Support other Garmin sites, as requested, in supply development and management of assigned commodities
• Provide excellent customer service by fostering open communication among Garmin teams and associates, act as liaison with suppliers, and develop and manage supplier relationships
• Manage the planning, ordering and delivery of various components, products and services to ensure on‑time delivery across all levels of the organization
• Closely monitor inventory levels of assigned commodities and products to maximize inventory turns and minimize exposure to obsolescence
• Review, analyze, develop and negotiate multiple procurement contracts in support of Garmin’s Master Production Schedule
• Prepare cost price analysis for various supplier agreements and projects
• Review and compile inventory costing records, such as Purchase Price Variance, scrap and rework costs
• Participate in audits performed by Garmin customers or government officials and coordinate data and information required for audit
• Knowledge of department processes, procedures, work instructions and training requirements for Purchasing Department in support of ISO 9000, QS 9000, environmental programs, international trade compliance, ITAR and FAA requirements for supply management
• Continued improvement to ensure departmental goals and metrics are met
• Mentor assigned procurement personnel in support of departmental training, work instructions, processes and procedures and support all procurement activities as assigned during absence of peers or management

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to work across functional and organizational lines with uncompromising ethics
• Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi‑tasker and self‑starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment with strong negotiating and analytical skills
• Must possess demonstrated knowledge of Manufacturing Resource Planning and Master Production Schedule processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing requirements and ability to assess supplier capabilities
• Demonstrated proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Must possess previous technical knowledge in assigned commodities
• Must possess strong knowledge of manufacturing requirements and ability to assess supplier capabilities

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in an electronics or discrete manufacturing environment
• Master’s Degree
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management or Certified Purchasing Manager
• Experience dealing with government compliance of supply programs such as FAA compliance
• Previous supervisory or team facilitator experience

Senior Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin’s benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits