Strategic Buyer: Supplier Partnerships & MPS

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin seeks a full-time Buyer 1 at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area to manage the acquisition of assigned commodities and products. You will drive supplier performance in QCDS and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery.

You will review contracts, negotiate pricing, and develop new sources of supply to support the Master Production Schedule and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with MRPII/MPS processes.
• Experience assessing supplier capabilities.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance to meet world-class levels in supplier QCDS.
• Develop supplier partnerships and monitor QCDS.
• Plan, order and deliver components to ensure on-time delivery.
• Monitor inventory levels to maximize turns and minimize obsolescence.
• Review and negotiate procurement contracts supporting MPS.
• Prepare cost analyses for supplier agreements and projects.
• Compile inventory costing records such as PPV, scrap, and rework costs.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Marketing on new supply sources.
• Understand department processes and ISO/QS training requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement to meet departmental goals.

Skills

MRPII/MPS

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

CPIM/CPM certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Garmin seeks a full-time Buyer 1 at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area to manage the acquisition of assigned commodities and products. You will drive supplier performance in QCDS and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery.

You will review contracts, negotiate pricing, and develop new sources of supply to support the Master Production Schedule and continuous improvement initiatives.