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The Computer Merchant, LTD.

Lafayette, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$36–$38 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Temporary, Contractor, Full-time
SKILLS
Accounting, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Corporate Compliance, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), Detail Oriented, Engineering Bill of Materials (eBOM), Engineering Drawing, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Laws and Regulations, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Procurement Management, Program Planning, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), State Laws and Regulations, Technical Drawing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lafayette, CO
POSTED
7 days ago
JOB TITLE: BUYER
JOB LOCATION: LAFAYETTE, CO
WAGE RANGE*: 36.00-38.00 PER HOUR
JOB NUMBER: 15022374

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
  • 3-5 Years ERP Experience - SAP Preferred.
  • Must be able to understand/read engineering drawings and BOM structure
  • Experience working with mechanical/fabricated part drawings and technical spec understanding
  • Experience working in partnership with internal stakeholders to ensure the organization's needs are met while managing purchasing process procedures
  • Work cross functionally with other departments such as Engineering, Quality, Material Program Manager, Planning, and Accounting to meet business needs
  • Experience in procurement and/or vendor contract management is preferred
  • Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) compliance
  • Buy parts according to specifications ensuring compliance with company quality standards. Work with Suppliers to resolve quality issues
  • BACHELORS DEGREE

JOB DESCRIPTION
  • The Buyer will have existing procurement experience in the Aerospace & Defense (A&D) industry in a manufacturing or Research & Development (R&D) environment. The Buyer will have working knowledge of FAR, DFAR and/or NASA procurement regulations, price analysis and target pricing techniques, as well as prior experience procuring Custom Fab-to-Print commodities.
  • Set and maintain accurate item lead times in the system and hold suppliers accountable to their commitments and to meet performance expectations
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
  • Exhibits a high level to attention to detail
  • Excellent scheduling and time management skills
  • Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, self-motivated, and be able to drive a process from start to finish

Desired Skill Sets:
  • Ability to compile information to make strategic decisions
  • Ability to thrive under pressure
  • Working knowledge of vendor setup, PO packages, T&C negotiations, NDA processing, Cost Savings negotiations.
  • *Mechanical Buying experience
  • *Software buying experience

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Benefits offered are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and subject to change at TCM's discretion.

About the Company

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The Computer Merchant, LTD.

About TCM

If you would like to…

  • Develop your skills
  • Improve your earnings potential
  • Gain greater control over your career


The Computer Merchant, Ltd. (TCM) has provided Information Technology Solutions and enterprise staffing services to Fortune 1000, mid to small sized corporations, as well as Federal, state, and local governments for over 30 years.

At The Computer Merchant (TCM), we are committed to your professional and financial success. We'll evaluate your background, experience and qualifications, and then recommend contract jobs that are the best match for your goals.


Fast Facts & Recognition:

  • 41 year track record of success deploying over 63,000 consultants and core employees in critical positions for Fortune 1000 companies
  • Access to over 11 million unique consultants nationwide
  • Centralized and dedicated client delivery team
  • Supplier Diversity Certification as a Veteran Business Enterprise

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1980
WEBSITE
http://itstaffing.com/